Rhododendron 'Gomer Waterer'

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Gomer Waterer Rhododendron

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Information by: Photographer: Linda Engstrom

Description

Rhododendrons vary in habit, flower color, size & tolerances but most are known for their vivid display of flowers in various colors in the early to mid Spring and large, leathery, medium green leaves on a plant 4-12' tall and almost as wide.

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

6-12'

Flower Color

White

Flower Season

Spring, Constant

Leaf Color

Green, Dark Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half, Shade

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Loam

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Well-drained, Moist

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral

Adverse Factors

Attracts Bees

Design Styles

Formal, Japanese, Ranch, Wild Garden, Woodland

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers, Specimen

Seasonal Interest

Spring

Location Uses

Background, Entry, Shrub Border, Foundation, Raised Planter, Walls / Fences, With Rocks

Special Uses

Hedge, Screen, Mass Planting, Naturalizing

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.

Organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust will also break down and improve the soil.