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    Rhododendron blackii

    Plant type

    shrub

    size

    • H: 3'-9'
    • W: 3'-9'

    planting zones

    • 10a-12

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    Rhododendron blackii plant details

    Rhododendron blackii is a slow-growing broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring red flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhododendron blackii

    Plant type: shrub
    Plant family: ericaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 3 FT - 9 FT - wide, 3 FT - 9 FT - tall
    Flowers: red blooms in spring
    Uses: border plant, rare, vireya, woodland garden, year round interest

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron blackii

    USDA Zones: 10a - 12
    Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
    Watering frequency: even moisture
    Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    New Guinea.  Very slow growth to moderate size.  Wonderful large round leaves and long tubular bright red flowers. However, very slow to begin blooming. Rare.

    By: The Bovees Nursery

    Gardening facts about Rhododendron blackii plant

    How to Grow Rhododendron blackii

    • Sun Exposure

      • mostly sun - mostly shade

    • Water Needs

      • even moisture

    • Soil Needs

      • acidic
      • well-drained
      • rich

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • red

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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