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Plant type

shrub

size

H: 6'
W: 6'

planting zones

5b-8b

9-12 inch | $30.75

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Rhododendron 'Sappho' plant details

Rhododendron 'Sappho' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring burgundy and white 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.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhododendron 'Sappho'

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron 'Sappho'

USDA Zones: 5b - 8b
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

Few rhododendrons make such a statement when flowers open. Mauve-colored buds open white with a prominent dark violet-purple blotch you can see a "mile away".

By: Bloom River Gardens

A popular plant with buds of mauve opening to a white flower with a prominent dark violet blotch that is overlaid with blackish purple. A hardy, vigorous plant with narrow, olive green leaves. (parentage unknown)