Rhododendron 'Grand Slam'

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 6'
W: 5'

planting zones

6b-8b

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Rhododendron 'Grand Slam' plant details

Rhododendron 'Grand Slam' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring lavender and pink 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 'Grand Slam'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 5 FT wide, 6 FT tall
Flowers: lavender and pink blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron 'Grand Slam'

USDA Zones: 6b - 8b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Fluorescent, dark lavender-pink flowers form huge trusses often reaching a foot high. Leaves are large and a beautiful glossy green with slightly recurved edges. A vigorous and sturdy plant.

By: Bloom River Gardens

Giant trusses of fluorescent pink fill this plant with beauty. The trusses are often 1' tall and are a perfect cone shape; the ideal rhododendron truss. The leaves are large and glossy green, with sturdy stems that are on the same scale as the gigantic flowers. They are strong enough and big enough to support both the heavy flowers and foliage. This plant is vigorous and tidy when grown properly. ('Trude Webster' x 'Lydia')