Buy Rhododendron 'Lem's Monarch'

Also Known As

Rhododendron 'Pink Walloper'

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 6'-10'
W: 6'-10'

planting zones

6b-8b

9-12 inch | $40.75

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Rhododendron 'Lem's Monarch' plant details

Rhododendron 'Lem's Monarch' 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 water. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhododendron 'Lem's Monarch'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 FT - 10 FT - wide, 6 FT - 10 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron 'Lem's Monarch'

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

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Ball-shaped trusses composed of as many as 14 flowers are pale pink inside with vivid red picotee margins. Leaves are recurved, glossy and have orange-yellow indumentum.

By: Bloom River Gardens

Syn. 'Lem's Monarch'. Huge satin pink trusses make a thrilling display. Large, deep green leaves with reddish leaf stems cover this sturdy plant. Its new growth stems are often larger than a finger; they have to be large to hold the weight of its fabulous trusses! Dr. Frank Mossman discovered this hybrid of Halfdan Lem's during one of his many trips to visit Mr. Lem. ('Anna' x 'Marinus Koster')