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Rhododendron maximum-Roseum-Evergreen shrub with pink flowers 10 Gallon

Rhododendron maximum-Roseum-Evergreen shrub with pink flowers 10 Gallon

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Rhododendron maximum 'Roseum'

Rhododendron maximum 'Roseum'

Description

The Rhododendron maximum 'Roseum', commonly known as the Roseum' Rosebay Rhododendron, is a beautiful evergreen shrub known for its stunning clusters of pink flowers. It is a popular choice for gardens due to its lush foliage and vibrant blooms that attract pollinators.

Suggested Uses

This plant is ideal for use as a specimen plant, in mixed borders, or as a part of a woodland garden. It can also be used for creating privacy screens or hedges due to its dense growth habit.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Rhododendron maximum 'Roseum'
  • Common Name Common Name: Roseum' Rosebay Rhododendron
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: Typically grows 10-15 feet tall and 5-10 feet wide
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 4-8
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Evergreen
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
  • Light Requirements Light Requirements: Partial shade to full shade
  • Attracts Pollinators Attracts Pollinators: Yes, attracts bees and butterflies
  • Indoor Friendly Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly Container Friendly: Yes, suitable for large containers
  • 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: Ferns, Azaleas, and other shade-loving plants

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in spring or fall in a location with partial shade and well-drained soil
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Acidic, humus-rich, well-drained soil
  • Humidity Humidity: Prefers high humidity
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Prune after flowering to maintain shape and remove dead or diseased wood
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch around the base to protect roots in colder climates
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as it was in the pot
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize in early spring with a slow-release fertilizer formulated for acid-loving plants
  • Special Care Special Care: Avoid planting in areas with strong winds or hot afternoon sun
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