Rhododendron 'Gwenevere'

Also Known As

Rhododendron 'Guinevere'
Guinevere Vireya

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 3'-5'
W: 2'-4'

planting zones

10a-12

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Rhododendron 'Gwenevere' plant details

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhododendron 'Gwenevere'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 4 FT - wide, 3 FT - 5 FT - tall
Flowers: pink and white blooms in spring and summer
Uses: border plant, container plant, fragrant, vireya, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron 'Gwenevere'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

[To add a little spice, Guinevere was King Arthur's unfaithful queen, and mistress of Lancelot] This suitably feminine hybrid has very fragrant, narrow trumpet shaped flowers, pale pink shading to white in a multi flowered truss. Pleasing low mounding growth habit.