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    Rhododendron 'Loderi Venus'

    Plant type

    shrub

    size

    • H: 6'
    • W: 6'

    planting zones

    • 7a-8b

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    Rhododendron 'Loderi Venus' plant details

    Rhododendron 'Loderi Venus' 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 'Loderi Venus'

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

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron 'Loderi Venus'

    USDA Zones: 7a - 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

    Deepest pink of the 'Loderi' group and one of the most anticipated. Extremely fragrant. In flower, the sight and fragrance is something you will not soon forget. (fortunei ssp. fortunei x griffithianum)

    By: Greer Gardens Inc.

    Deliciously fragrant large deep pink flowers.

    By: Thompson's Nursery

    Gardening facts about Rhododendron 'Loderi Venus' plant

    How to Grow Rhododendron 'Loderi Venus'

    • 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

      • pink

    • Wildlife

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

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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