Rhododendron 'Chapmanii Wonder'

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 12"-5'
W: 4'

planting zones

5b-9b

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Rhododendron 'Chapmanii Wonder' plant details

Rhododendron 'Chapmanii Wonder' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring and winter magenta and pink flowers emerge. 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 'Chapmanii Wonder'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 4 FT wide, 12 IN - 5 FT - tall
Flowers: magenta and pink blooms in spring and winter
Uses: border plant, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron 'Chapmanii Wonder'

USDA Zones: 5b - 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

This rhododendron from Japan was hybridized specifically to stand the temperatures of the highland areas, where it is very cold and the ground freezes in winter. It also withstands the summer heat of its moist, hot, oriental home. It is very vigorous growing, rapidly becoming a good sized plant. The foliage and the plant are similar to 'PJM', as its parentage is related; however, the chapmanii in this plant provides more heat tolerance than the carolinianum in 'PJM'. The flowers are bright lavender-pink. Needs pruning to keep it compact.