Besse Howells Rhododendron – 3 Gallon Pot

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Flowering Period: Spring

Flower Type: Single, in rounded clusters

Fragrant Flowers: No

Foliage Color: Dark Green

Fragrant Foliage: No

Berries: No

Berry Color: NA

Attracts: Butterflies, Visual Attention

Resistances: Cold (-30F), Humidity, Insect, Full Sun in cool climates

Growing 4 to 6 feet tall and equally as wide, the Besse Howells Rhododendron is ideal for use as a specimen, in groupings or as a natural hedge in partially shaded landscape and woodland borders. A fine accent or grouping in home foundation plantings. Does especially well on fertile embankments, hillsides and slopes. Can also be grown in large pots, planters and other containers with a diameter of 18 inches or more. A fine addition to red theme gardens, rhododendron and azalea gardens, Asian or zen gardens, and woodland gardens.

Suggested Spacing:  4 feet apart for solid hedges;  8 feet or more apart for space between plants

When it comes to success growing Rhododendrons, a little good advice goes a long way. When planted right and in the right spot, Rhododendrons are very easy to grow and care for. 

Rhododendrons thrive in a moist but well-drained acidic soil that is rich in organic matter and part shade; preferable morning sun with afternoon shade or heavily filtered sun. All day dappled shade is fine as well. Keep in mind that whether growing in the ground or in containers, constantly soggy or wet soil is problematic for Rhododendrons, and most other plants for that matter. Some soils, such as heavy clay, quick-draining sand, or otherwise poor soils, might need to be amended to provide sufficient nutrients, better soil drainage, and/or moisture retention. In containers, select a pot with a drainage hole(s) and use a 50/50 blend of professional potting mix and potting soil. Avoid using any native soil in pots. Feed Rhododendrons after they bloom with an acid-loving formula such as an Azalea, Camellia & Rhododendron Food.