• Rhododendron Yakushimanum Crete - View 1 from www redcrocus com
  • Rhododendron Yakushimanum Crete - View 14 from www redcrocus com
  • Rhododendron Yakushimanum Crete - View 15 from www redcrocus com
  • Rhododendron Yakushimanum Crete - View 17 from www redcrocus com
  • Rhododendron Yakushimanum Crete - View 2 from www redcrocus com
  • Rhododendron Yakushimanum Crete - View 3 from www redcrocus com
  • Rhododendron Yakushimanum Crete - View 6 from www redcrocus com
  • Rhododendron Yakushimanum Crete - View 9 from www redcrocus com
  • Rhododendron Yakushimanum Crete - View 11 from www redcrocus com
  • Rhododendron Yakushimanum Crete - View 13 from www redcrocus com
  • Rhododendron Yakushimanum Crete - View 16 from www redcrocus com
  • Rhododendron Yakushimanum Crete - View 18 from www redcrocus com
  • Rhododendron Yakushimanum Crete - View 5 from www redcrocus com
  • Images Disclaimr from www.redcrocus.com
1 14

RedCrocus Crete' Yaku Rhododendron- Evergreen Shrub for Garden Borders & Containers, Attracts Pollinators, Toxic to Pets, Fragrant Blossoms 6 Gallon

RedCrocus Crete' Yaku Rhododendron- Evergreen Shrub for Garden Borders & Containers, Attracts Pollinators, Toxic to Pets, Fragrant Blossoms 6 Gallon

$300.00 USD
$390.00 USD $300.00 USD
Sale Sold out
Shipping calculated at checkout.

nsf8240-redcrocus

Pot Size

Crete' Yaku Rhododendron Rhododendron yakushimanum 'Crete'

Description

This evergreen shrub features dense foliage with elegant, rounded leaves and stunning clusters of pink to purple flowers in spring. Its compact growth habit makes it ideal for small gardens and borders.

Suggested Uses

Perfect for garden beds, borders, container planting, and as an accent shrub in landscape design. Its attractive foliage and flowers also attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Icon Botanical Name: Crete' Yaku Rhododendron Rhododendron yakushimanum 'Crete'
  • Common Name Icon Common Name: Crete' Yaku Rhododendron
  • Size & Growth Icon Size & Growth: Typically reaches 3-4 feet tall with a similar spread, with slow to moderate growth rate.
  • Hardiness Zones Icon Hardiness Zones: 6-8
  • Foliage Type Icon Foliage Type: Evergreen
  • Bloom Time Icon Bloom Time: Spring (April-May)
  • Growth Rate Icon Growth Rate: Slow to Moderate
  • Light Requirements Icon Light Requirements: Part Shade to Filtered Sun
  • Attracts Pollinators Icon Attracts Pollinators: Yes
  • Indoor Friendly Icon Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly Icon Container Friendly: Yes, suitable for potted display
  • Deer Resistant Icon Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning Icon Pet Warning: Toxic to cats and dogs if ingested
  • Fragrant Icon Fragrant: Slightly fragrant
  • Cut Flower Icon Cut Flower: Yes, for floral arrangements
  • Grows Well With Icon Grows Well With: Azaleas, Japanese Maples, Ferns

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Icon Planting Instructions: Choose a site with well-drained, acidic soil; plant in spring or fall.
  • Soil Moisture Icon Soil Moisture: Keep consistently moist, avoid waterlogging.
  • Soil Type Icon Soil Type: Acidic, well-drained, loamy soil.
  • Humidity Icon Humidity: Prefers moderate humidity levels.
  • Pruning Instructions Icon Pruning Instructions: Remove dead flowers after blooming; minimal pruning needed.
  • Winter Care Icon Winter Care: Protect with mulch in colder zones, minimal protection needed in zones 6-8.
  • Planting Depth Icon Planting Depth: Plant so that the top of the root ball is level with soil surface.
  • Fertilization Icon Fertilization: Use acid-loving plant fertilizer in early spring.
  • Special Care Icon Special Care: Mulch around base to retain moisture and protect roots.
View full details