Rhododendron max. 'Independence'
Rhododendron
Photo courtesy Prides corner farms
- Native selection
- Large, pink blooms
- Naturally more rounded habit than other rhododendrons
- Blooms late June-July; 6 weeks after other rhododendrons
Border or Bed
Cold Tolerant
Evergreen
Garden
Heat Tolerant
Low Maintenance
Mass Planting
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Prefers acidic, humusy, organically rich, cool, consistently moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. Tolerates nearly full shade. Avoid planting in hot summer locations and protect from strong winter winds. Mulching is beneficial. Pruning can be done in late winter/early spring or right after flowering in early summer.
Height: 8-12 ft
Spread: 8-12 ft
Price Level 1: $44.99~#2
Bloom Color: Pink
Zone: 4-8
Price Level 2: $64.99~#3
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Mass Planting
- Border or Bed
- Heat Tolerant
- Native
- Evergreen
- Cold Tolerant
- Naturalizing
- Garden
- Low Maintenance
- Specimen
Exposure:
- Partial Sun
- Full Shade
Habit:
- Upright
Foliage Color:
- Dark Green
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Summer
- Spring
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Pollinators
- Attracts Butterflies
- Attracts Hummingbirds
- Attracts Amphibians
- Attracts Songbirds
Soil Moisture:
- Moist, Well-Drained
Genus Overview: Rhododendron
Common Name: Rhododendron
Large, upright, multi-stemmed evergreen shrub with large, leathery, strap-like green leaves. Star-shaped flowers come in a range of colors such as white, pink purple and red, often with interior spots. Flowers bloom in clusters from mid spring to early summer depending on variety. Oblong seed capsules follow the flowers. Great for shrub borders, shady areas and woodland edges.