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    Rhododendron 'Flaming Comet'

    Plant type

    shrub

    size

    • H: 5'
    • W: 4'

    planting zones

    • 7a-9b

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    Rhododendron 'Flaming Comet' plant details

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

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhododendron 'Flaming Comet'

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

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron 'Flaming Comet'

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

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Attractive, glossy leaves cover this plant, making it a joy in the garden for the 11 months it is not in flower. But, just wait until it bursts forth with its luscious, creamy flowers edged in bright red. A sight to behold! You'll turn your gardening friends green with envy!

    By: Greer Gardens Inc.

    Yellow center with hot red-orange edge.

    By: Thompson's Nursery

    Gardening facts about Rhododendron 'Flaming Comet' plant

    How to Grow Rhododendron 'Flaming Comet'

    • Sun Exposure

      • mostly sun - mostly shade

    • Water Needs

      • even moisture - regular

    • Soil Needs

      • acidic
      • well-drained
      • rich

    • Special Situation

      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • cream
      • red
      • yellow

    • Wildlife

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

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

    • Texture

      • glossy

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