Rhododendron 'Roseum Elegans' 5 Gallon

Rhododendron catawbiense

Rhododendron is the big brother to Azalea, being in the same family but larger in habit, foliage, and flowering. These elegant broad-leaf evergreens produce, abundant clusters of 2" wide flowers around Mother's Day. 'Roseum Elegans' is a popular, vigorous variety with large, glossy, dark green foliage and large, rounded clusters of rose-lavender colored flowers with some reddish spotting in spring. Additional attributes include good cold hardiness and sturdy habit. Best in partial shade, eastern or northern exposures. Beautiful used in shady shrub borders or as a single woodland specimen. A good choice for foundation plantings, woodland gardens, and mixed borders. The foliage is glossy, dark green and covers a dense rounded habit. Prefers protected, shady spots with well-drained, yet moist amended soil. Water well after planting; maintain 1" of water once a week the first year. Prune in spring immediately after flowering to control size, and remove stray shoots or damaged limbs anytime. Fertilize in early spring, mid-summer and fall with an acidic fertilizer. Follow label instructions. Mulch 2" to suppress weeds, retain moisture and protect against extremes of soil temperature. Wrap in burlap or spray with Wilt-stop to protect from winter desiccation.

• Part Shade
• 5-8' h x 5-8' w
• Deer Resistant
• Attracts Hummingbirds