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Yaku Princess Rhododendron

Rhododendron 'Yaku Princess'

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Overview

The Rhododendron 'Yaku Princess' is a compact, evergreen shrub, ideal for small gardens with its mature size of about 3 feet high and 4 feet wide. Esteemed for its profuse, pale pink flowers that blossom in spring, each trumpet-shaped bloom showcases a soft red-pink flare. It thrives in partial shade and well-draining, acidic soil. Hardy in USDA zones 5-8, it offers a low-maintenance choice with excellent resistance to pests and disease.

Sun Half, ShadeWater MediumZones 5–8Climate Temperate
Yaku Princess Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Yaku Princess') — The Rhododendron 'Yaku Princess' is a compact
Yaku Princess Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Yaku Princess') — ideal for small gardens with its mature size of about 3 feet high and 4 feet wideYaku Princess Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Yaku Princess') — pale pink flowers that blossom in springYaku Princess Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Yaku Princess') — each trumpet-shaped bloom showcases a soft red-pink flareYaku Princess Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Yaku Princess') — Hardy in USDA zones 5-8, it offers a low-maintenance choice with excellent resistance to pests andYaku Princess Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Yaku Princess') — It thrives in partial shade and well-draining, acidic soilYaku Princess Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Yaku Princess') — The Rhododendron 'Yaku Princess' is a highly prized cultivar+10

Culture

Sun
Half, Shade
Water
Medium
USDA zones
5–8

Shape & size

Mature height
4–5 Ft.
Mature width
4–5 Ft.

Classification

Family
Ericaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Yaku Princess Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Yaku Princess') — The Rhododendron 'Yaku Princess' is a compact
Yaku Princess Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Yaku Princess') — ideal for small gardens with its mature size of about 3 feet high and 4 feet wide
Yaku Princess Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Yaku Princess') — pale pink flowers that blossom in spring
Yaku Princess Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Yaku Princess') — each trumpet-shaped bloom showcases a soft red-pink flare
Yaku Princess Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Yaku Princess') — Hardy in USDA zones 5-8, it offers a low-maintenance choice with excellent resistance to pests and
Yaku Princess Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Yaku Princess') — It thrives in partial shade and well-draining, acidic soil
Yaku Princess Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Yaku Princess') — The Rhododendron 'Yaku Princess' is a highly prized cultivar
Yaku Princess Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Yaku Princess') — cherished for its stunning floral display and lush
Yaku Princess Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Yaku Princess') — This compact shrub typically reaches a height of 3 feet and spreads to approximately 3 to 4 feet
Yaku Princess Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Yaku Princess') — These leaves boast a handsome, glossy finish, and they are known to be quite leathery to the touch
Yaku Princess Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Yaku Princess') — Come late spring, this rhododendron variety comes to life with an abundance of beautiful flowers
Yaku Princess Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Yaku Princess') — Each bloom is around 2 inches across
Yaku Princess Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Yaku Princess') — presenting soft pink petals that gracefully fade to nearly pure white at their centers
Yaku Princess Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Yaku Princess') — The flowers are set against the dark green foliage
Yaku Princess Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Yaku Princess') — creating a delightful contrast.<br><br>For optimal growth
Yaku Princess Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Yaku Princess') — plant the 'Yaku Princess' Rhododendron in well-draining
Yaku Princess Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Yaku Princess') — acidic soil with a pH between 4.5 and 6.0

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