Taurus

Taurus

Considered one of the top rhododendrons in the trade by the American Rhododendron Society, often being awarded the coveted 'Rhododendron of the Year' award. Rich blood-red flowers cover the plant in mid late March or early April. It will be 6 ft. tall and 8 ft. wide in 10 years. the plant can grow well in sun or shade. The foliage is A+ with thick texture, very dark-green in color, and quite large. A hard plant to beat! You can tell her apart from her sister, Grace Seabrook, by her remarkable red buds.

Type: Rhododendrons
Genus: Rhododendron
Parentage: 'Jean Marie de Montaque' x R. strigillosum
Bloom Time: March; April
Exposure: Full Sun; Partial Shade
Color: Red
Deciduous/Evergreen: Evergreen
Ultimate Height: 8 ft
Hardiness Zone: 7; 8; 9
Growth Habit: large
Water Requirements: Once a week