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Rhododendron 'The Honourable Jean Marie de Montague' | The Honourable Jean Marie de Montague Rhododendron

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DESCRIPTION
Rhododendron 'The Honourable Jean Marie de Montague' produces large trusses of rich red flowers in mid to late spring, each bloom opening with broad petals that form a full, rounded display. The blossoms are held above the foliage and create a vivid seasonal show. Leathery evergreen leaves cover the stems, displaying deep green surfaces that provide a dense backdrop throughout the year.

This cultivar traces its heritage to hybrid rhododendrons developed in Europe through ornamental breeding. In gardens it provides evergreen structure for borders and woodland plantings where the bold spring flowers add color and presence among other shade-loving shrubs.

DESCRIPTION
Rhododendron 'The Honourable Jean Marie de Montague' produces large trusses of rich red flowers in mid to late spring, each bloom opening with broad petals that form a full, rounded display. The blossoms are held above the foliage and create a vivid seasonal show. Leathery evergreen leaves cover the stems, displaying deep green surfaces that provide a dense backdrop throughout the year.

This cultivar traces its heritage to hybrid rhododendrons developed in Europe through ornamental breeding. In gardens it provides evergreen structure for borders and woodland plantings where the bold spring flowers add color and presence among other shade-loving shrubs.

 

  • Family: Ericaceae
    Height: 6 to 8 feet
    Width: 6 to 8 feet
    Foliage color: Dark green leathery elliptic leaves with a smooth surface
    Flower color: Deep crimson to blood red flowers with a darker maroon blotch in the throat
    Bloom time: Mid spring; often April to May
    Light requirements: Partial shade
    Water requirements: Average evenly moist well drained acidic soil; prefers consistent moisture
    Maintenance: Low; remove spent flower trusses after blooming and prune lightly if needed to maintain shape
    Growing zone: USDA zones 7 to 9
    Wildlife attractors: Bees butterflies and other pollinating insects

    This plant can be seen at PowellsWood Garden.

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