Rhododendron 'Freckled Friend'

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 4'
W: 3'

planting zones

6b-8b

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Rhododendron 'Freckled Friend' plant details

Rhododendron 'Freckled Friend' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring pink flowers emerge. 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 'Freckled Friend'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT wide, 4 FT tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron 'Freckled Friend'

USDA Zones: 6b - 8b
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

This plant which originally came from Lem through Jim Elliott has light pink flowers that are covered inside and out with "freckles", in other words small deeper pink markings cover the flower. The foliage is great and shows much influence of its parent bureavii. This may be the same plant as 'Mossman's Freckles', though we are not sure at the moment. No matter what, this is an unusual plant for your garden.