Rhododendron 'Candy Stripe'

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 5'
W: 5'

planting zones

6b-9b

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Rhododendron 'Candy Stripe' plant details

Rhododendron 'Candy Stripe' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring and summer pink flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds 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 'Candy Stripe'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 5 FT wide, 5 FT tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring and summer
Uses: border plant, floriferous, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron 'Candy Stripe'

USDA Zones: 6b - 9b
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

A Whitney hybrid with pink buds opening to a clear light pink with dark pink edging and a pale yellow throat. Nice formed trusses put on a bright display each spring.

By: Bloom River Gardens

This Whitney hybrid has pink buds that open to flowers of a clear very light pink with a darker pink blended into soft stripes and a yellow spotted throat. Full trusses make for a good show to brighten any corner of your garden.