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Rhododendron 'Mission Bells'

Also Known As

  • Mission Bells Rhododendron

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 3'-5'
  • W: 3'-5'

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

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Rhododendron 'Mission Bells' plant details

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhododendron 'Mission Bells'

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron 'Mission Bells'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Bell-shaped, lax trusses are white with a blush of pink. Gorgeous, small rounded leaves are waxy and blue-green forming a compact, rounded plant.
A must for collectors of roundleaved Rhodies. The blue green waxy foliage is very round and plentiful on these mounded plants. The lax trusses have bell-shaped white flowers with a blush of pink from the bud. Let it ring, this plant is great! (williamsianum x orbiculare)

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

Gardening facts about Rhododendron 'Mission Bells' plant

How to Grow Rhododendron 'Mission Bells'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy

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