Buy Rhododendron 'Scented Sunrise'

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 5'-8'
W: 5'-8'

planting zones

8a-10a

9-12 inch | $40.75

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Rhododendron 'Scented Sunrise' plant details

Rhododendron 'Scented Sunrise' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green and red foliage. In spring pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies 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 'Scented Sunrise'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green and red
Mature size: 5 FT - 8 FT - wide, 5 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring
Uses: fragrant, woodland garden, year-round-interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron 'Scented Sunrise'

USDA Zones: 8a - 10a
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

Lightly fragrant, deeply frilled pink flowers with light pink midribs and a subtle golden yellow eye. The new growth is the pleasant surprise as the emerging leaves are a stunning deep burgundy red.

By: Bloom River Gardens

Gardening facts about Rhododendron 'Scented Sunrise' plant

How to Grow Rhododendron 'Scented Sunrise'

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