Vulcan's Flame Rhododendron

Rhododendron 'Vulcan's Flame'

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Overview

Rhododendron 'Vulcan's Flame' offers a stunning display with its brilliant red blooms that can reach up to 3 inches across. This evergreen shrub has a mature size of 5 feet in height and width, requiring partial shade and well-drained acidic soil. Flowering in mid-spring, it creates a striking focus surrounded by smaller perennials. Ideal for zones 5-8, it's perfect for adding vibrant color and dense foliage to a landscape design.

Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 4–7

Vulcan's Flame Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Vulcan's Flame') — This evergreen shrub has a mature size of 5 feet in height and width

Vulcan's Flame Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Vulcan's Flame') — requiring partial shade and well-drained acidic soil

Culture

Sun: Full, Half, Shade
Water: Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones: 4–7

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Ericaceae

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Vulcan's Flame Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Vulcan's Flame') — This evergreen shrub has a mature size of 5 feet in height and width

Vulcan's Flame Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Vulcan's Flame') — requiring partial shade and well-drained acidic soil

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