Rhododendron 'Lord Roberts'

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 4'-5'
W: 4'-5'

planting zones

5b-8b

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Rhododendron 'Lord Roberts' plant details

Rhododendron 'Lord Roberts' is a moderate-growing broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring red flowers emerge. Attracts birds. Grows well with 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 seaside / salt tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhododendron 'Lord Roberts'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 4 FT - 5 FT - wide, 4 FT - 5 FT - tall
Flowers: red blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, hedge, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron 'Lord Roberts'

USDA Zones: 5b - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer, seaside / salt and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Dark red with a black-spotted blotch forms a ball-shaped truss. Foliage is glossy green and wavy.

By: Bloom River Gardens

This upright rhododendron has rounded trusses of crimson funnel shaped flowers. Opens in mid summer. Growth Rate slow, 3-6" annually

By: Garden World

A vigorous, rounded, upright plant. The foliage is glossy green and crinkled. In flower it is deep red with a black blotch. The truss is tight and ball-shaped. (parentage unknown, probably contains catawbiense)