Buy Rhododendron 'Northern Delight'

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 3'-4'
W: 3'-4'

planting zones

6b-9b

9-12 inch | $40.75

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Fewer than 15 at Bloom River Gardens

15-18 inch | $70.75

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Rhododendron 'Northern Delight' plant details

Rhododendron 'Northern Delight' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with gold, green and variegated foliage. In spring lavender 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 'Northern Delight'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen gold, green and variegated
Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in spring
Uses: woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron 'Northern Delight'

USDA Zones: 6b - 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

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Pale lavender flowers forming medium sized trusses appear in May. The year-round treat are the variegated leaves sporting prominent yellow margins. A nice compact grower.

By: Bloom River Gardens

Gardening facts about Rhododendron 'Northern Delight' plant

How to Grow Rhododendron 'Northern Delight'

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
- variegated
- gold
- green
Flower Color
- lavender
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
- snail / slug resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen