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Rhododendron 'America' | America Rhododendron

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DESCRIPTION
Rhododendron ‘America’ is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with a low, spreading habit and dense, matte green foliage. In mid-spring, rounded trusses of openly funnel-shaped flowers cover the plant. The blooms are purplish-red with a slight bluish cast and dark red spotting, giving a rich depth of color in spring. The showy trusses draw attention in the garden and are visited by hummingbirds and butterflies, adding movement and life to the spring display.

‘America’ was bred in Boskoop, Netherlands, around 1902. It has since become known as a hardy, reliable garden rhododendron valued in colder regions. Evergreen foliage and durable flower substance make it useful in informal hedges, foundation plantings, and woodland-style borders, where its dark red blooms and year-round structure contribute steady color and form.

DESCRIPTION
Rhododendron ‘America’ is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with a low, spreading habit and dense, matte green foliage. In mid-spring, rounded trusses of openly funnel-shaped flowers cover the plant. The blooms are purplish-red with a slight bluish cast and dark red spotting, giving a rich depth of color in spring. The showy trusses draw attention in the garden and are visited by hummingbirds and butterflies, adding movement and life to the spring display.

‘America’ was bred in Boskoop, Netherlands, around 1902. It has since become known as a hardy, reliable garden rhododendron valued in colder regions. Evergreen foliage and durable flower substance make it useful in informal hedges, foundation plantings, and woodland-style borders, where its dark red blooms and year-round structure contribute steady color and form.

  • Family: Ericaceae
    Height: 4 to 6 ft
    Width: 4 to 6 ft
    Foliage color: Glossy, leathery dark green
    Flower color: Purplish-red with dark red spotting
    Bloom time: Spring (typically May)
    Light requirements: Full sun to part shade
    Water requirements: Medium
    Maintenance: Medium; benefits from a layer of mulch to conserve root moisture and moderate temperature
    Growing zone: USDA zones 5 to 8
    Wildlife attractors: Flowers attract hummingbirds and butterflies; evergreen foliage provides shelter for birds and small wildlife

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  • Works Well In:
    ‍ ‍ ● Shade Gardens
    ‍ ‍ ● Foundation Plantings
    ‍ ‍ ● Cottage Gardens
    ‍ ‍ ● Woodland Gardens

    Companion Plants:
         Leucothoe         Yew
         Viola                  Astilbe
         Hellebores         Ferns

    Design Tip:
    Make the most of ‘America’s’ rich red flowers by giving it a darker green backdrop, where the spring color will really stand out. Its broad, spreading shape also works nicely at the front of taller evergreen shrubs, creating a layered look rather than a wall of similarly sized plants.