Rhododendron 'Pink Polar Bear' (Pink Polar Bear Rhododendron)


Botanical Information

FamilyEricaceae
GenusRhododendron
Cultivar'Pink Polar Bear'
CategoryWoody
TypeShrub (evergreen)

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone7b - 8a
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness Zone7
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH5
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)-15 - (-9)
Temperature (°F)5 - 15
Height2.5 - 4 m
Spread2.5 - 4 m
GrowthFast
Flowering PeriodJune, July

Description and Growing Information

General DescriptionLarge vigorous shrub.
ID CharacteristicLong mid-green leaves with fragrant pale pink flowers with a small green blotch at the base.
LandscapeLow maintenance.
PropagationSemi-hardwood cuttings in late summer.
CultivationBest grown in moist, hummus rich soil.
PestsAphids, caterpillars, leafhoppers and vine weevil.
Notable SpecimensBurncoose Gardens and Nurseries, Cornwall, England.

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