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Rhododendron 'Rocket'-Evergreen Shrub-Vibrant Red Blooms 3/4' w B&B

Rhododendron 'Rocket'-Evergreen Shrub-Vibrant Red Blooms 3/4' w B&B

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Rhododendron 'Rocket'

Description

The Rhododendron 'Rocket' is a stunning evergreen shrub known for its vibrant red blooms and lush, dark green foliage. This plant is a favorite among gardeners for its striking appearance and ability to attract pollinators.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for use in borders, as a specimen plant, or in woodland gardens. Its vibrant blooms make it a perfect choice for adding color to shaded areas.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Rhododendron 'Rocket'
  • Common Name Common Name: Rocket' Rhododendron
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: 4-6 feet tall and wide
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 5-8
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Evergreen
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Light Requirements Light Requirements: Partial shade to full shade
  • Attracts Pollinators Attracts Pollinators: Yes
  • Indoor Friendly Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly Container Friendly: Yes
  • Deer Resistant Deer Resistant: No
  • Pet Warning Pet Warning: Toxic if ingested
  • Fragrant Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Cut Flower: Yes
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Azaleas, Ferns, Hostas

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in spring or fall in well-draining soil
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Acidic, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
  • 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 the nursery pot
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced fertilizer
  • Special Care Special Care: Avoid planting in areas with high winds
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