Taurus Rhododendron

Rhododendron x 'Taurus' (H-3)

Pronunciation: roh-doh-DEN-dron
SKU #01029
6-8

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An impressive, high-impact evergreen shrub for year-round enjoyment. Deep red buds contrast nicely with the handsome, deep green leaves. Mature plants bloom early to mid-season with large, glowing red flowers. Similar to 'Grace Seabrook', but with larger stature. An excellent choice for a foundation plant or hedge.
LIGHT: Filtered sun, Partial shade, Partial sun
WATER: Keep soil moist, but not soggy.
SIZE: Moderate growing; reaches 6 ft. tall, 4 to 5 ft. wide.

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This Plant's Growing Zones: 6-8

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Bloom TimeSpring
Deciduous/EvergreenEvergreen
Special FeaturesEasy Care
Problems/SolutionsTolerates Urban Pollution
Growth RateModerate
Flower AttributesShowy Flowers
Landscape UseBorder, Hedge
Flower ColorRed
Foliage ColorDark Green
Companion PlantsCamellia (Camellia); Azalea (Azalea); Lily of the Valley Shrub (Pieris); Gardenia (Gardenia); 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.
Details
Bloom TimeSpring
Deciduous/EvergreenEvergreen
Special FeaturesEasy Care
Problems/SolutionsTolerates Urban Pollution
Growth RateModerate
Flower AttributesShowy Flowers
Style
Landscape UseBorder, Hedge
Flower ColorRed
Foliage ColorDark Green
Companion PlantsCamellia (Camellia); Azalea (Azalea); Lily of the Valley Shrub (Pieris); Gardenia (Gardenia); 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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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.