Rhododendron x 'Francesca'
Francesca Rhododendron
- Large, showy red flowers in spring
- Perfect for foundation groupings
- Deep green foliage
- Category: Shrub
- Hardiness Zone: 5-10
- Height: 5-6 ft
- Spread: 5-6 ft
- Bloom Color: Red Shades
- Foliage Color: Green Shades
Purchase options for Francesca Rhododendron
- Size: 2 Gallon 15-18"
- Status: Sheared and/or Dormant
- Availability: Online
$62.00
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Subtly scented trumpet shaped flowers open from dark red buds to a deep red petals touched with a burgundy spots. This shocking display of color is set off by lustrous dark green foliage.
Foliage Color
| • | Dark Green |
Maintenance and Care
| • | Mass Planting |
Flower Color
| • | Red |
Season of Interest (Flowering)
| • | Spring |
Habit
| • | Mounding |
Growing Tips for Rhododendron x ''Francesca''
Grows best in full sun to a partially shaded landscape with evenly moist acidic, well-drained soils. Prune immediately after flowering in late spring by cutting branches to just above a set of leaves. Protect from harsh winter winds.