Photo of Rhododendron 'Alison Johnstone' flower by Thompson's Nursery

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Rhododendron 'Alison Johnstone'

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 5'
  • W: 4'

planting zones

  • 7b-9b

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Rhododendron 'Alison Johnstone' plant details

Rhododendron 'Alison Johnstone' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with blue and green foliage. In spring cream and pink flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhododendron 'Alison Johnstone'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 4 FT wide, 5 FT tall
Flowers: cream and pink blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, unique, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron 'Alison Johnstone'

USDA Zones: 7b - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Golden amber flowers with a light pink overlay against a backdrop of pretty blue leaves. Tends to have a narrow upright growth and makes a good background plant.
Has light pinkish flowers that will turn flesh colored as they age. Sounds strange, but with the blue foliage this is a pretty flowering shrub.
Waxy, pink-frosted amber.

Gardening facts about Rhododendron 'Alison Johnstone' plant

How to Grow Rhododendron 'Alison Johnstone'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • cream
    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glaucous
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