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Also Known As

Rhododendron 'Fragrantissimum' [Improved]

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 2'-4'
W: 2'-4'

planting zones

8a-11

6-9 inch | $34.75

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Rhododendron 'Fragrantissimum Improved' plant details

Rhododendron 'Fragrantissimum Improved' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring cream 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 'Fragrantissimum Improved'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 4 FT - wide, 2 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: cream and red blooms in spring
Uses: fragrant, woodland garden, year-round-interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron 'Fragrantissimum Improved'

USDA Zones: 8a - 11
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

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

4-inch, very fragrant flowers are a light carmine in bud and open white with a light overlay of pink. This is a "selected" form and is not as "leggy" as its parent.

By: Bloom River Gardens

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Gardening facts about Rhododendron 'Fragrantissimum Improved' plant

How to Grow Rhododendron 'Fragrantissimum Improved'

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

Features

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