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Rhododendron 'Roy Blackmore'

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 4'
  • W: 4'

planting zones

  • 7a-9b

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Rhododendron 'Roy Blackmore' plant details

Rhododendron 'Roy Blackmore' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring cream and pink flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly 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 verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhododendron 'Roy Blackmore'

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron 'Roy Blackmore'

USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Ball-shaped trusses are composed of pink flowers with darker pink edging and cream deep in the throat, highlighted with a prominent red flair on the dorsal lobe.

Gardening facts about Rhododendron 'Roy Blackmore' plant

How to Grow Rhododendron 'Roy Blackmore'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • cream
    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy

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