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Rhododendron 'Nova Zembla'-Evergreen Shrub-Vibrant Red Flowers 5 Gallon

Rhododendron 'Nova Zembla'-Evergreen Shrub-Vibrant Red Flowers 5 Gallon

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Rhododendron 'Nova Zembla'

Rhododendron 'Nova Zembla'

Description

The Rhododendron 'Nova Zembla' is a stunning evergreen shrub known for its vibrant red flowers and glossy green foliage. It is a hardy plant that thrives in cooler climates and adds a splash of color to any garden during its bloom time in late spring.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for use as a specimen plant, in mixed borders, or as a hedge. Its striking blooms and evergreen foliage make it a popular choice for adding year-round interest to gardens.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Rhododendron 'Nova Zembla'
  • Common Name Common Name: 'Nova Zembla' Rhododendron
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: 5-8 feet tall and wide
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 4-8
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Evergreen
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Late spring
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Light Requirements Light Requirements: Partial shade to full sun
  • Attracts Pollinators Attracts Pollinators: Yes
  • Indoor Friendly Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly Container Friendly: Yes
  • Deer Resistant Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning Pet Warning: Toxic if ingested
  • Fragrant Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Cut Flower: Yes
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Azaleas, Camellias, Ferns

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in spring or fall in well-drained soil
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Acidic, well-drained soil
  • Humidity Humidity: Prefers high humidity
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Prune after flowering to maintain shape
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch to protect roots in colder climates
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as in the pot
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize in early spring with a slow-release fertilizer
  • Special Care Special Care: Protect from strong winds and afternoon sun
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