Buy Rhododendron 'Candy Apple Red'

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 6'
W: 6'

planting zones

7a-9b

12-15 inch | $60.75

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Rhododendron 'Candy Apple Red' plant details

Rhododendron 'Candy Apple Red' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring red flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees and beneficial insects making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun and regular water. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhododendron 'Candy Apple Red'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 FT wide, 6 FT tall
Flowers: red blooms in spring
Uses: unique, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron 'Candy Apple Red'

USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer, rabbit and snail / slug
Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Really red flowers sit atop a sea of super glossy leaves, as if someone waxed them, in this early blooming plant. A real beauty even without flowers. It certainly has acquired the coloration of 'Rubicon' and the leaves of 'Noyo Chief'. A great combination.

By: Bloom River Gardens

Gardening facts about Rhododendron 'Candy Apple Red' plant

How to Grow Rhododendron 'Candy Apple Red'

Sun Exposure
- mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- acidic
- well-drained
- rich

Features

Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- red
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- bees
- deer resistant
- snail / slug resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glossy