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Buy Rhododendron 'Nova Zembla'

Also Known As

Rhododendron 'Nova Zembla' [Deep Pink to Red]

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 6'-10'
W: 6'-10'

planting zones

5a-9a

6-9 inch | $34.75

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24-30 inch | $100.75

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Rhododendron 'Nova Zembla' plant details

Rhododendron 'Nova Zembla' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring red 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.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhododendron 'Nova Zembla'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 FT - 10 FT - wide, 6 FT - 10 FT - tall
Flowers: red blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, easy-to-grow, hedge, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron 'Nova Zembla'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9a
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Red flowers with a dark red blotch and white anthers. 'Nova Zembla' is a vigorous plant and does well in sun or shade, plus it's an "ironclad" to boot.

By: Bloom River Gardens

Evergreen shrub with clusters of deep pink to red blooms in mid-season. Does best if exposed to sun for part of the day, and dappled shade to shade for the rest of the day.

By: Garden World

A hybrid of our native R. catawbiense, 'Nova Zembla' is considered a hardy cultivar. Early spring flower buds are large and dramatic, and blooming occurs in late spring. The flower is one of the few 'red' colors you can find in rhododendrons.

By: The Kinsey Family Farm

Here is true hardiness in a red. A vigorous plant that has good foliage and will grow in more difficult areas. This hybrid exhibits some outstanding characteristics. Of course, hardiness tops the list. A nice looking contrast with other plants. Extremely showy, red flowers make a real display in the spring. ('Parson's Grandiflorum' x hardy red hybrid)

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

Our most popular rhododendron, and a tried-and-true standard in the nursery industry. Dark red flowers in ball-shaped trusses sit upon healthy, deep green leaves in midseason. Sturdy, bushy growth habit.