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Plant type

shrub

size

H: 3'
W: 3'

planting zones

7a-9b

9-12 inch | $40.75

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Fewer than 20 at Bloom River Gardens

18-24 inch | $70.5

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Fewer than 20 at Bloom River Gardens

6-9 inch | $34.75

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Rhododendron 'Ruth Mottley' plant details

Rhododendron 'Ruth Mottley' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring apricot 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 water. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhododendron 'Ruth Mottley'

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron 'Ruth Mottley'

USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Flowers open peach with purple-pink edging and a pale peach in the center. The upper lobe sports a brilliant orange blotch. Large, green leaves are flat and smooth.

By: Bloom River Gardens

Peachy flowers are purplish pink at the edges and paler in the center. The upper petal is spotted brilliant orange. A good looking plant with medium to large leaves which are flat and smooth. A delightful hybrid raised in the Seattle, Washington area. (peach colored hybrid x 'Lem's Cameo')