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Sapporo Rhododendron

Rhododendron 'Sapporo'

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Overview

The Rhododendron 'Sapporo' is a compact, evergreen shrub renowned for its vibrant spring blooms. Its flowers are a dazzling lilac with hints of pink and gold speckling. Thriving in partial shade, this hardy plant reaches up to 5 feet in height and spread. It prefers well-drained, acidic soil. Ideal for foundation plantings or woodland gardens, the 'Sapporo' adds a burst of color with minimal upkeep. Zones 5-8.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 4–7Type ShrubClimate Temperate
Sapporo Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Sapporo') — a captivating addition to any landscape design
Sapporo Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Sapporo') — Thriving in partial shade, this hardy plant reaches up to 5 feet in height and spreadSapporo Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Sapporo') — It prefers well-drained, acidic soilSapporo Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Sapporo') — As a member of the Rhododendron genusSapporo Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Sapporo') — Ideal for foundation plantings or woodland gardens, the 'Sapporo' adds a burst of color with minimal upkeepSapporo Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Sapporo') — The Rhododendron 'Sapporo' is a compact, evergreen shrub renowned for its vibrant spring bloomsSapporo Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Sapporo') — Its flowers are a dazzling lilac with hints of pink and gold speckling

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
4–7

Shape & size

Mature height
4–6 Ft.
Mature width
4–6 Ft.

Classification

Type
Shrub
Family
Ericaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Sapporo Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Sapporo') — a captivating addition to any landscape design
Sapporo Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Sapporo') — Thriving in partial shade, this hardy plant reaches up to 5 feet in height and spread
Sapporo Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Sapporo') — It prefers well-drained, acidic soil
Sapporo Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Sapporo') — As a member of the Rhododendron genus
Sapporo Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Sapporo') — Ideal for foundation plantings or woodland gardens, the 'Sapporo' adds a burst of color with minimal upkeep
Sapporo Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Sapporo') — The Rhododendron 'Sapporo' is a compact, evergreen shrub renowned for its vibrant spring blooms
Sapporo Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Sapporo') — Its flowers are a dazzling lilac with hints of pink and gold speckling
Photographs by 2 contributors

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