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    • Photo of Rhododendron ponticum flower by Agnes Monkelbaan

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    Plant type

    shrub

    size

    • H: 4'
    • W: 4'

    planting zones

    • 5a-9b

    15-18" | $70.75

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    Rhododendron ponticum plant details

    Rhododendron ponticum is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring magenta, pink and purple flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - bright shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhododendron ponticum

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

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron ponticum

    USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
    Sun exposure: mostly sun - bright shade
    Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
    Resistant to: deer, rabbit and snail / slug
    Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

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    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Flowers are widely funnel-shaped and range in color a deep reddish-purple to purple tinged pink and are held on trusses of 10-15. Dark green, glossy leaves can reach 9-inches long and are oblong or lance-shaped.

    By: Bloom River Gardens

    Gardening facts about Rhododendron ponticum plant

    How to Grow Rhododendron ponticum

    • Sun Exposure

      • mostly sun - bright shade

    • Water Needs

      • even moisture - regular

    • Soil Needs

      • acidic
      • well-drained
      • rich

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • pink
      • purple
      • magenta

    • Wildlife

      • bees
      • deer resistant
      • snail / slug resistant
      • rabbit resistant

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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