Rhododendron 'Cara Mia'

Also Known As

Cara Mia Vireya

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 4'
W: 4'

planting zones

10a-12

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Rhododendron 'Cara Mia' plant details

Rhododendron 'Cara Mia' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring cream and pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhododendron 'Cara Mia'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 4 FT wide, 4 FT tall
Flowers: cream and pink blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, container plant, fragrant, long-blooming, vireya, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron 'Cara Mia'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Australian and New Zealand hybrids 'Simbu Sunset x (aurigeranum x 'Dr. Sleumer). Medium dense upright habit and great foliage. Very free flowering. Fragrant large upwards pointing trumpets, creamy with raspberry pink edges.