Hotei Rhododendron

Rhododendron x 'Hotei' (H-3)

Pronunciation: roh-doh-DEN-dron
SKU #00949
6-9

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A compact evergreen shrub, highly valued for its large ball-shaped trusses of beautiful, canary yellow flowers that create a beautiful contrast to the rich green foliage. An excellent foundation plant or low hedge. A stunning display of spring color in mass plantings.
LIGHT: Partial sun
WATER: Keep soil moist, but not soggy.
SIZE: Moderate growing; reaches 3 ft. tall and slightly wider.

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This Plant's Growing Zones: 6-9

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Bloom TimeSpring
Deciduous/EvergreenEvergreen
Special FeaturesEasy Care, Compact Form
Growth RateModerate
Flower AttributesShowy Flowers
Landscape UseBorder, Container, Hedge
Flower ColorYellow
Foliage ColorGreen
Companion PlantsPainted Fern (Athyrium); Gardenia (Gardenia); Lily of the Valley Shrub (Pieris); Camellia (Camellia); Coral Bells (Heuchera)
Care InstructionsProvide 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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Bloom TimeSpring
Deciduous/EvergreenEvergreen
Special FeaturesEasy Care, Compact Form
Growth RateModerate
Flower AttributesShowy Flowers
Style
Landscape UseBorder, Container, Hedge
Flower ColorYellow
Foliage ColorGreen
Companion PlantsPainted Fern (Athyrium); Gardenia (Gardenia); Lily of the Valley Shrub (Pieris); Camellia (Camellia); Coral Bells (Heuchera)
Care
Care InstructionsProvide 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.