Buy Rhododendron 'Vulcan's Sun'

Also Known As

Rhododendron 'Vulcan's Son'

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 5'
W: 5'

planting zones

5b-9a

9-12 inch | $40.75

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Rhododendron 'Vulcan's Sun' plant details

Rhododendron 'Vulcan's Sun' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring red 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 'Vulcan's Sun'

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron 'Vulcan's Sun'

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

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Found growing in a field of R. 'Vulcan', but with some different characteristics. The leaves are larger, flatter, and thicker, making it less susceptible to tip burn and consequently, more tolerant of sun exposure. The flowers are still the same size as 'Vulcan' and still a bright red.

By: Bloom River Gardens

We are making a trial run of this plant which was found in a field of 'Vulcan's'. After a few years the grower realized that this plant, as well as all of the cuttings from it, grew differently than the others. For the most part it is very similar to 'Vulcan.' There are exceptions: The leaves on this plant are larger, flatter, and thicker, which in turn make it less susceptible to tip burn (i.e. more sun tolerant) It is also a more vigorous grower than the original, but as far as we know the flowers are still the same size and gorgeous red color! Previously listed as 'Vulcan' Tetraploid. ('Mars' x griersonianum)