Snowball Rhododendron

Rhododendron 'Boule De Neige'

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Overview

The Chionoides Rhododendron, scientific name Rhododendron 'Boule de Neige', is an evergreen shrub renowned for its large, snowy white blossoms with yellow specks, blooming in mid to late spring. It reaches an average height and spread of 4 to 6 feet, preferring partial shade and acidic, well-drained soil. Its dark green foliage offers year-round interest, making it an excellent choice for mass planting or as a specimen in a mixed border.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 4–7Climate Temperate

Snowball Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Boule De Neige') — The Chionoides Rhododendron

Snowball Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Boule De Neige') — scientific name Rhododendron 'Boule de Neige'

Snowball Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Boule De Neige') — snowy white blossoms with yellow specks

Snowball Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Boule De Neige') — blooming in mid to late spring

Snowball Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Boule De Neige') — It reaches an average height and spread of 4 to 6 feet, preferring partial shade and acidic

Snowball Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Boule De Neige') — Its dark green foliage offers year-round interest

Snowball Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Boule De Neige') — making it an excellent choice for mass planting or as a specimen in a mixed border

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 4–7

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Ericaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Snowball Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Boule De Neige') — The Chionoides Rhododendron

Snowball Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Boule De Neige') — scientific name Rhododendron 'Boule de Neige'

Snowball Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Boule De Neige') — snowy white blossoms with yellow specks

Snowball Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Boule De Neige') — blooming in mid to late spring

Snowball Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Boule De Neige') — It reaches an average height and spread of 4 to 6 feet, preferring partial shade and acidic

Snowball Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Boule De Neige') — Its dark green foliage offers year-round interest

Snowball Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Boule De Neige') — making it an excellent choice for mass planting or as a specimen in a mixed border

Snowball Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Boule De Neige') — This variety typically reaches 4 to 6 feet in height and spans 4 to 6 feet in width

Snowball Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Boule De Neige') — making it a versatile choice in landscape design

Snowball Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Boule De Neige') — whether implemented as a foundation plant

Snowball Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Boule De Neige') — which blossom in prolific white blooms with a hint of creamy yellow near the base

Snowball Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Boule De Neige') — Flowering typically occurs in late spring

Snowball Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Boule De Neige') — providing a contrast to its deep green

Snowball Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Boule De Neige') — leathery leaves that remain year-round

Snowball Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Boule De Neige') — a location with dappled shade is ideal

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