Buy Rhododendron 'Hoopla'

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 5'-7'
W: 5'-7'

planting zones

4a-9a

6-9 inch | $34.75

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Rhododendron 'Hoopla' plant details

Rhododendron 'Hoopla' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring apricot, salmon and yellow 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 'Hoopla'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 5 FT - 7 FT - wide, 5 FT - 7 FT - tall
Flowers: apricot, salmon and yellow blooms in spring
Uses: floriferous, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron 'Hoopla'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9a
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

Salmon pink flowers with yellow and orange throats. Profuse bloomer. Bred at the University of Connecticut to commemorate their basketball prowess. Rated at 6 feet will actually push to 7-8 feet in 10 years, so give it room.

By: Bloom River Gardens

Gardening facts about Rhododendron 'Hoopla' plant

How to Grow Rhododendron 'Hoopla'

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
- apricot
- salmon
- yellow
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
- snail / slug resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen