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Rhododendron 'nova Zembla' / 20L / 60Cm
Rhododendron 'Nova Zembla'
Confirmed format: 20 litre pot
Plant Highlights
- Vibrant deep red spring flower trusses
- Dense, glossy evergreen foliage for year-round structure
- Fully hardy with excellent frost resistance
- Provides wonderful pollinator and butterfly support when in flower
- Ideal for acid-soil borders, woodland gardens and containers
Overview
Rhododendron 'Nova Zembla' is a classic, hardy evergreen shrub renowned for its striking spring floral display. In May and June, it produces massive, showy clusters of rich ruby-red blooms featuring attractive dark-spotted throats, set against a backdrop of dense, glossy dark green leaves. Supplied in a substantial 20-litre pot at approximately 60cm height, it delivers immediate impact to acidic garden borders and woodland planting schemes.
Why We Love It
- Abundant clusters of vibrant deep red flowers appear in spring.
- Glossy evergreen foliage offers year-round garden structure and interest.
- Fully hardy with excellent frost resistance across Irish gardens.
- Brings brilliant seasonal colour to woodland gardens and acid-soil borders.
Plant Details
| Botanical Name | Rhododendron 'Nova Zembla' |
|---|---|
| Plant Type | Shrub |
| Foliage Persistence | Evergreen |
| Foliage Colours | Green |
| Flower Colour | Red, pink, burgundy, multicolour |
| Flowering Season | May to June |
| Growth Habit | Upright, bushy and rounded |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Mature Height | 150 cm |
| Mature Spread | 150 cm |
| Hardiness | RHS H7 (Tolerates temperatures below -20°C) |
Growing Guide
| Position | Plant in full sun or partial shade in a sheltered position. |
|---|---|
| Soil | Requires acidic soil with a loam, peat or sand texture. Use dedicated ericaceous compost when planting in containers. |
| Watering | Maintain a moderate water need, keeping the soil consistently moist. |
| Winter Protection | Best grown in a sheltered location and mulch during winter. |
| Pruning | Prune in May to June. Lightly deadhead spent flower clusters immediately after flowering to promote healthy growth. |
Perfect For
- Border middle
- Border back
- Specimen planting
- Woodland gardens
- Cottage gardens
- Contemporary gardens
- Containers
- Screening
- Hedging
Good to Know
- All parts of the plant are toxic if ingested and it is toxic to cats, dogs and horses.
- Provides wonderful pollinator and butterfly support when in flower.
Product Information
| Supplied Format | 20 litre pot |
|---|---|
| Supplied Height | 60cm |
| Pack Quantity | 1 |
| Care Level | Easy |
| Life Cycle | Perennial |
Growing & care
- Plant type
- shrub
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