Rhododendron 'Dorothy Swift'

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 2'
W: 2'

planting zones

5a-9a

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Rhododendron 'Dorothy Swift' plant details

Rhododendron 'Dorothy Swift' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with bronze, green and white foliage. In spring pink and white flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - bright shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in acidic and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhododendron 'Dorothy Swift'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen bronze, green and white
Mature size: 2 FT wide, 2 FT tall
Flowers: pink and white blooms in spring
Uses: compact, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron 'Dorothy Swift'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Pink buds cover this plant each spring and open to reveal large white flowers. A dense, compact plant with new growth exhibiting silver leaves and beige indumentum maturing to a lustrous dark green.