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Bubblegum Rhododendron
Rhododendron x 'Bubblegum'
Pronunciation: roh-doh-DEN-dron
SKU #40587
Trusses of bubblegum pink, lightly scented flowers explode in spring, offset by showy reddish stems and a dense backdrop of small deep green leaves that turn bronze over the winter months. A low, compact evergreen that is a perfect foreground for larger flowering shrubs. Works well for containers.
LIGHT: Partial sun
WATER: Keep soil moist, but not soggy.
SIZE: Moderate growing; reaches 3 to 4 ft. tall and wide.
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| Bloom Time | Spring |
|---|---|
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Tolerates Urban Pollution |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Fragrant, Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Hedge |
| Flower Color | Pink |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Holly (Ilex); Lily of the Valley (Pieris); Astilbe (Astilbe); Camellia (Camellia); Hydrangea (Hydrangea) |
| Care Instructions | Provide organically rich, well-drained, acidic soil. Apply a thick layer of mulch to keep roots cool, avoiding the crown. Avoid harsh afternoon sun exposures and shelter from drying winter winds. Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Feed with an acid fertilizer after bloom. |
Details
| Bloom Time | Spring |
|---|---|
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Tolerates Urban Pollution |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Fragrant, Showy Flowers |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Hedge |
|---|---|
| Flower Color | Pink |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Holly (Ilex); Lily of the Valley (Pieris); Astilbe (Astilbe); Camellia (Camellia); Hydrangea (Hydrangea) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Provide organically rich, well-drained, acidic soil. Apply a thick layer of mulch to keep roots cool, avoiding the crown. Avoid harsh afternoon sun exposures and shelter from drying winter winds. Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Feed with an acid fertilizer after bloom. |
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly
100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr.
in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.
We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.