Nova Zembla Rhododendron

Rhododendron 'Nova Zembla'

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Overview

Rhododendron 'Nova Zembla' is an evergreen shrub thriving in USDA zones 4-8. It features bright red spring blooms with darker throat markings. At mature height, it reaches 5-8 feet with a similar spread. Prefers partial shade and well-drained, acidic soil. Densely foliaged, it provides year-round interest. Ideal for privacy screens or accent planting. Regular watering and mulching are essential for optimal health. Hardy and cold-tolerant, it's a reliable landscape choice.

Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 4–8

Nova Zembla Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Nova Zembla') — Rhododendron 'Nova Zembla' is an evergreen shrub thriving in USDA zones 4-8

Culture

Sun: Full, Half, Shade
Water: Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones: 4–8

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Ericaceae

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Nova Zembla Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Nova Zembla') — Prefers partial shade and well-drained, acidic soil; it features bright red spring blooms, image 50

Nova Zembla Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Nova Zembla') — Densely foliaged, it provides year-round interest; making it an ideal candidate for a wide, image 51

Nova Zembla Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Nova Zembla') — At mature height, it reaches 5-8 feet with a similar spread; consistent moisture is key, image 49

Nova Zembla Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Nova Zembla') — Ideal for privacy screens or accent planting; plant the 'Nova Zembla' in a location that, image 52

Nova Zembla Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Nova Zembla') — Regular watering and mulching are essential for optimal health; broadleaf evergreen / shrub, image 53

Nova Zembla Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Nova Zembla') — Hardy and cold-tolerant, it's a reliable landscape choice; regular watering and mulching, image 54

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