Rhododendron 'Little Olga'

+ Add

Little Olga Rhododendron

Previous Photo Next Photo

Information by: Notes By WESTON NURSERIES Photographer: Weston Nurseries

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. Bright pink/lavender flowers early in spring. Foliage is bronzy in the winter. Grows to 4' tall, hardy.

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

3-6'

Flower Color

Lavender, Pink, White

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Green, Dark Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Loam

Soil Condition

Rich, Well-drained

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Formal, Japanese, Ranch, Woodland

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers, Specimen

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Fall

Location Uses

Background, Entry, Shrub Border, Foundation, Raised Planter

Special Uses

Hedge

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Watering every day results in shallow roots.

Instead, water deeply every few days using the Cycle and Soak method (two or more short run times, each separated by about an hour).