Description

Enhance your landscape with the irresistible charm of Nova Zembla Rhododendron, a beloved broadleaf evergreen shrub prized for its rich red flowers and upright rounded habit. This popular shrub is a beacon of beauty, gracing gardens with its stunning floral display and robust, hardy nature.

In mid-spring, Nova Zembla Rhododendron bursts into bloom, adorning its branches with clusters of crimson trumpet-shaped flowers adorned with dark red spots. The vibrant hues create a captivating contrast against the backdrop of lush green evergreen foliage, making Nova Zembla a true showstopper in any setting.

To ensure optimal growth and blooming, Nova Zembla Rhododendron absolutely must have well-drained, highly acidic, and organic soil. Incorporating plenty of peat moss during planting will provide the ideal conditions for this exceptional shrub to thrive.

Thriving in full sun to partial sun (while avoiding direct afternoon sun), Nova Zembla Rhododendron requires regular watering to maintain moist, well-draining soil rich in organic matter. Suitable for zones 5 to 8, this upright, spreading evergreen shrub reaches an impressive mature height of 8 feet and a width of 7 feet.

Each plant comes in a #3 (3 gallon) growers pot. They will ship individually, directly from our grower to your home garden.

Plant Specs:

Botanical Name: Rhododendron 'Nova Zembla'
Light: full sun – partial sun (avoid direct afternoon sun)
Watering: regular watering
Soil: acidic, moist, well draining soil with organic matter
Zone: 5 – 8

Plant Shape: upright, spreading
Plant Type: evergreen shrub
Mature Size: height (8') , width (7')
Blooming Season: mid-late spring

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