Description
Rhododendron 'Jean Marie de Montague' is a captivating variety, known for its stunning, large bright red blooms that create a striking display in mid-spring. These trumpet-shaped flowers, which appear at the ends of branches, stand out against the dark green evergreen foliage. The narrow leaves remain vibrant throughout the winter, making this shrub an all-season beauty.
This open, multi-stemmed evergreen shrub has an upright spreading habit and matures to a height and width of 10 feet. Hardy in zones 6–9, it thrives in full sun to part shade and requires moist, rich, acidic, well-draining soil. Prune only after flowering to maintain its shape and encourage robust blooms the following season. Jean Marie de Montague Rhododendron is ideal as an accent plant in large landscapes, its bold flowers and form offer a unique focal point.
Each plant comes in a #3 (3 gallon) growers container. The image shown represents an example of what you may receive. Please note that the height, shape, and fullness of each plant may vary due to natural growth patterns. Rest assured, we will select the healthiest and most vibrant plant for you.
Plant Specs:
Botanical Name: Rhododendron 'Jean Marie de Montague'
Light: full sun – part shade
Watering: around twice a week during the growing season
Soil: moist, rich, acidic, well draining soil
Zone: 6 – 9
Plant Shape: rounded
Plant Type: multi-stemmed evergreen shrub
Mature Size: height (10'), width (10')
Blooming Season: flowers mid spring
Growth Rate: slow
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