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Buy Rhododendron 'Mrs. G. W. Leak'

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 6'-8'
W: 6'-8'

planting zones

7a-9b

9-12 inch | $40.75

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Rhododendron 'Mrs. G. W. Leak' plant details

Rhododendron 'Mrs. G. W. Leak' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring burgundy and 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 'Mrs. G. W. Leak'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 FT - 8 FT - wide, 6 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: burgundy and pink blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron 'Mrs. G. W. Leak'

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

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Light pink flowers with a dark red blotch on an large upright truss. A robust grower in sun or shade.

By: Bloom River Gardens

Tall, vigorous plant with olive-green leaves. Clear, light pink flowers have a dark blotch in an upright compact truss. Grows in sun or shade. ('Coombe Royal' x 'Chevalier Felix de Sauvage')