The Fortune Rhododendron Shrub is a native of China that was long ago introduced to the US back in the mid-1800s. Rhododendrons are evergreen with large thick dark green shiny leaves. Rhododendron Fortunei is both more heat & cold tolerant than most rhododendrons. They are extremely popular because they are extremely ornamental. In spring, the bushes are absolutely covered in clusters of huge 3 – 4” flowers. The flowers are fragrant with lovely multi-colored pastel buds & blooms, & they offer a long bloom period.
NAME: Fortune Rhododendron
SCIENTIFIC NAME: Rhododendron Fortunei
COLOR: Rose Pink - Mauve - White
PLANT SEEDS: When soil temp warms to 70F
BLOOM TIME: Spring
HARDINESS ZONE: 5 - 9
PLANT HEIGHT: 4 - 6'
PLANT SPACING: 4 - 6'
LIGHT REQUIREMENTS: Sun - Part Shade
SOIL & WATER PREFERENCES: Average
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