Rhododendron 'Our First'

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 4'
W: 4'

planting zones

5b-9a

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Rhododendron 'Our First' plant details

Rhododendron 'Our First' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring pink and purple flowers emerge. Attracts bees 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.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhododendron 'Our First'

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron 'Our First'

USDA Zones: 5b - 9a
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This 5 lobed flower is magenta-rose on the outer margins and fades to a light violet in the center with yellow spots on the upper lobe. It has dark green, glossy foliage on what is usually a tidy growth habit. Coincidentally, this was the first rhododendron we purchased before we knew anything about rhododendrons! (ponticum hybrid)