Rhododendron 'Crete' 3 Gallon

Rhododendron spp.

An attractive, broadleaf evergreen shrub with a compact, rounded habit that produces a domed truss of hot pink buds opening to funnel-like, almost 3-inch wide, rose to pale pink fading to white, spring flowers and narrow, deep green foliage with fuzzy, tan undersides. Rhododendrons can be used for part shade foundation plantings, borders or hedges, and make very good pollinator attractants. Plant with Clethra, ferns, Heuchera, and Astilbe. Best planted in northern or eastern exposure in well-drained but moist, acidic soil. Water well after planting; maintain 1 inch of water once a week the first year. Prune immediately after flowering to control size. Fertilize in early spring, mid-summer, and fall with an acidic fertilizer, according to package directions. Mulch 2 inches to suppress weeds, retain moisture, and protect against extremes of soil temperature.

• Part Shade
• 3-4' h x 3-4' w
• Attracts Hummingbirds
• Deer Resistant