rhododendron 'nova zembla' violet

rhododendron 'nova zembla' violetclusters of fuschia red, trumpet shaped flowers glossy, leathery, green leaves upright, rounded habit bloom time: mid season zone 5 height 125 150cm spread 125 150cm colour red rhododendrons require constant moisture (but not standing water), a fertile soil with a low pH and grow best in partial shade any pruning should be done soon after flowering to ensure bud set plants can benefit from protection (burlap wrap) against drying, winter winds and sun

native to ontario and parts of north america

divide in early spring if clump is too thick

bronze maturing to dark green

flowers are held on deep red stems

turns to yellow-gold in the summer

pinkish-purple flowers

well-drained soil in full sun to part shade

remove spent flowers for continuous blooming

extremely drought tolerant once established and grows best in a moist to average soil

bloom time: june to september

sun exposure helps develop proper

they need protection from the midday sun and a fertile soil with a low pH