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Rhododendron 'Dora Amateis'-Compact Evergreen Shrub-Fragrant White Blooms 6 Gallon

Rhododendron 'Dora Amateis'-Compact Evergreen Shrub-Fragrant White Blooms 6 Gallon

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Rhododendron 'Dora Amateis'

Description

Rhododendron 'Dora Amateis' is a compact, evergreen shrub known for its stunning white blooms and dark green foliage. This rhododendron cultivar is prized for its hardiness and ability to thrive in a variety of garden settings. Its flowers are fragrant and attract pollinators, making it a delightful addition to any garden.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for woodland gardens, borders, and as a specimen plant. It can also be used in containers on patios or decks, providing a splash of color and fragrance. Its compact size makes it suitable for smaller gardens or urban settings.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Rhododendron 'Dora Amateis'
  • Common Name Common Name: Dora Amateis' Rhododendron
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: 2-3 feet tall and wide
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 6-8
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Evergreen
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Early to mid-spring
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Light Requirements Light Requirements: Partial 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: Yes
  • Cut Flower Cut Flower: Yes
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Azaleas, ferns, hostas

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant 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 humid conditions
  • 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 nursery pot
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize with a rhododendron-specific fertilizer in early spring
  • Special Care Special Care: Protect from strong winds and harsh afternoon sun
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