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RedCrocus Bloombux Blush Rhododendron- Compact Evergreen Shrub with Pink Blooms, Attracts Pollinators, Suitable for Borders & Containers 5 Gallon

RedCrocus Bloombux Blush Rhododendron- Compact Evergreen Shrub with Pink Blooms, Attracts Pollinators, Suitable for Borders & Containers 5 Gallon

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SKU:nsf9565-redcrocus

Pot Size

Bloombux Blush' Rhododendron Rhododendron 'Bloombux Blush'

Description

A compact evergreen shrub with vibrant pink blossoms appearing in late spring. Its dense foliage provides year-round interest and excellent coverage in garden borders or containers.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for foundation planting, container gardening, and small-scale hedges. Its colorful blooms also attract pollinators to your garden landscape.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name: Rhododendron 'Bloombux Blush'
  • Common Name: Bloombux Blush Rhododendron
  • Size & Growth: Typically reaches 2-3 feet in height and width, slow to moderate growth rate
  • Hardiness Zones: 6-8
  • Foliage Type: Evergreen
  • Bloom Time: Late Spring to Early Summer
  • Growth Rate: Slow to Moderate
  • Light Requirements: Partial Shade to Full Sun
  • Attracts Pollinators: Yes
  • Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly: Yes
  • Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning: Contains toxic foliage; keep out of reach of pets
  • Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower: Yes
  • Grows Well With: Ferns, Hostas, and Mountain Laurels

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions: Choose well-drained, acidic soil; plant in a protected spot with partial shade.
  • Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
  • Soil Type: Acidic, well-drained soil
  • Humidity: Prefers moderate to high humidity levels
  • Pruning Instructions: Remove spent blooms and any dead or damaged branches after flowering
  • Winter Care: Provide mulch protection in colder zones; minimal winter protection needed in zones 7-8
  • Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as in the nursery container
  • Fertilization: Use a balanced acid-loving plant fertilizer in early spring and late summer
  • Special Care: Mulch roots to retain moisture and prevent frost heave during winter
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