Rhododendron 'Summer Skies'
Plant type
shrub
size
planting zones
- 6a-9b
Rhododendron 'Summer Skies' plant details
Rhododendron 'Summer Skies' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with blue and green foliage. In spring pink and white flowers emerge. Features fuzzy and glaucous texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - bright shade and regular - occasional water. Does well in acidic and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhododendron 'Summer Skies'
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: ericaceae
- Foliage: evergreen blue and green
- Flowers: pink and white blooms in spring
- Uses: unique, woodland garden, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron 'Summer Skies'
- USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
- Sun exposure: mostly sun - bright shade
- Watering frequency: regular - occasional
- Resistant to: deer
- Soil needs: acidic and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
R. yakusimanum hybrid. The silver foliage is a highlight in spring. Later summer the narrow leaves turn deep green. The flowers are white with pink shadings.
By: Gossler Farms
Gardening facts about Rhododendron 'Summer Skies' plant
How to Grow Rhododendron 'Summer Skies'
Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - bright shade
Water Needs
- regular - occasional
Soil Needs
- acidic
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
- blue
Flower Color
- white
- pink
Wildlife
- bees
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glaucous
- fuzzy
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Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
6b-9b
Size
Height: 4'-6'
Width: 4'-6'
- mostly sun - dappled shade
- even moisture - regular
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Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
6a-9b
Size
Height: 2'-3'
Width: 3'-4'
- mostly sun - dappled shade
- even moisture - regular
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Shrub
Zones
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Size
Height: 4'-6'
Width: 4'-6'
- mostly sun - dappled shade
- even moisture - regular
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Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
6a-9b
Size
Height: 3'
Width: 3'
- mostly sun - bright shade
- even moisture - regular
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Scientific Name: Rhododendron 'Ron Kuzon'
Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
7a-9b
Size
Height: 2'-3'
Width: 2'-3'
- mostly sun - dappled shade
- regular
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