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Nova Zembla Rhododendron–Evergreen Shrub–Vibrant Red Blooms 7 Gallon

Nova Zembla Rhododendron–Evergreen Shrub–Vibrant Red Blooms 7 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 blooms and glossy green foliage. It is a hardy plant that adds a splash of color to gardens in the spring and provides year-round interest with its evergreen leaves.

Suggested Uses

This plant is ideal for use as a specimen plant, in mixed borders, or as part of a woodland garden. It can also be used in foundation plantings or as a hedge for privacy.

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: 5-8
  • 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

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in spring or fall in well-drained, acidic 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 and remove dead wood.
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch to protect roots in colder climates.
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as in the nursery container.
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize in early spring with an acid-loving plant fertilizer.
  • Special Care Special Care: Protect from strong winds and extreme heat.
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