Description
Blood Moon Rhododendron is a evergreen shrub with a healthy spreading habit and dark leaves that hold a large growth habit for extra blooms. Abundant clusters of bold red flowers coat the branches in mid spring. A very versatile plant that prefers partial sun with acidic rich, well-drained soils. Rhododendrons are excellent pollination and butterfly attractors.
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Type: |
Shrub |
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Height: |
6′-8′ |
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Spread: |
6′-8′ |
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Spacing: |
7′-8’ |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
5-8 |
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Culture: |
Part Sun, Full Shade |
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Bloom Color: |
Red |
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Season of Interest: |
Spring, Year-Round |
MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low maintenance. Moderate water needs, properly drained soils is a must to avoid root rot. Mulch helps to keep roots from drying out. Keep away from drip lines of the walnut family. Acidify soils as needed (PH range of 5 to 6.5) Southern climates with excessive humidity are more prone to powdery mildew, twig blights, and rust. Rhododendrons are prone to many diseases and pest problems, but the proper environment and care should negate most of them.
LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Gardens, Wildlife Gardens, Naturalized Areas, Foundational Plantings, Hedges, and Containers.
COMPANION PLANTS: Mahonia, Camellia, Farfugium
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown
