Rhododendron 'Chief Paulina'

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 4'-6'
W: 4'-6'

planting zones

7b-9b

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Rhododendron 'Chief Paulina' plant details

Rhododendron 'Chief Paulina' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring purple and red flowers emerge. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - dappled shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in acidic, average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhododendron 'Chief Paulina'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: purple and red blooms in spring
Uses: woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron 'Chief Paulina'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Small clusters of broadly, funnel-shaped flowers are a strong purple-red with dark brown spotting. Leaves are olive green and elliptic.

By: Bloom River Gardens

Gardening facts about Rhododendron 'Chief Paulina' plant

How to Grow Rhododendron 'Chief Paulina'

Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - dappled shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- acidic
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant

Features

Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- red
- purple
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
- snail / slug resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen