Rhododendron ‘Holden’
Rhododendron - Holden
An elepidote, medium growing Rhododendron. 2 1/2″ rose red flowers fading to pink with a red blotch. Blooms early mideason to mideason. Compact, growing 3′-4′ high and wide in a 10 year period.
Additional information
| Exposure | Filtered Light, Part Sun |
|---|---|
| Zone | H2 |
Origin
Hybrid seedling of Rhododendron 'Cunningham's White' and an unnamed red Rhododendron catawbiense red hybrid. Introduced by Anthony M. Shammarello of Ohio in 1958.
Special Notes
Exposure: Morning Sun, afternoon shade or all day filtered light. Protect from the hot mid-day sun. Protect from the prevailing winter winds, plant in a sheltered location.
Soil: A very acidic, moist but well draining soil is required. Avoid heavy compacted soils such as clay.
Maintenance: Selective pruning right after flowering in done. Dead-heading is recommended for increased flower production the following year.
