Rhododendron 'Red Delicious'

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 5'-6'
W: 5'-6'

planting zones

6b-8b

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Rhododendron 'Red Delicious' plant details

Rhododendron 'Red Delicious' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with. In spring red flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhododendron 'Red Delicious'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Mature size: 5 FT - 6 FT - wide, 5 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: red blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, woodland garden, year-round-interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron 'Red Delicious'

USDA Zones: 6b - 8b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular

Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Bright, shining, fire red flowers! It's vigorous, easy to grow, and flowers fairly late in the season, so it will extend the color in your garden. A rounded plant, it is covered with deep fir green leaves making it a special plant all year. Ooh, is it showy! ('Jean de Marie Montague' x 'Leo')