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Rhododendron 'Cunningham's Blush'

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 4'
  • W: 4'

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

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Rhododendron 'Cunningham's Blush' plant details

Rhododendron 'Cunningham's Blush' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring pink flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - 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 'Cunningham's Blush'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 4 FT wide, 4 FT tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron 'Cunningham's Blush'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Another old hybrid dating back to the mid 1800's that has stood the test of time. True, the flowers aren't quite as large as some of the new hybrids, but it's dependable and you can be sure that after most of the new hybrids coming out today are long gone, this plant will still be performing. It is a tight growing plant with good foliage and light blush-pink flowers that have a light blotch on the upper lobes.

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

Lilac-pink flowers in early-midseason, fading to blush pink, on a dense shrub with a low-branched growth habit.

Gardening facts about Rhododendron 'Cunningham's Blush' plant

How to Grow Rhododendron 'Cunningham's Blush'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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