A Pretty Spring Border Idea with Rhododendrons and Crocuses
Spring Borders, Bulb Combinations, Perennial Combinations
Rhododendron 'Praecox' is a beautiful early-flowering shrub bearing rosy lilac flowers in profusion in late winter to early spring. It is underplanted with the reddish-purple blooms of Crocus tommasinianus 'Whitewell Purple'. Among the earliest to flower, this crocus withstands wind, rain and is a great choice for naturalizing.
Other pairing options for your early flowering Rhododendrons are possible. Among the beautiful bulbs in their prime in late winter to early spring are Chionodoxa, Crocus chrysanthus, Narcissus bulbocodium, Narcissus cyclaminus, Scilla mischtschenkoana.
Garden Information
Hardiness |
6 – 8
|
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Heat Zones | 6
– 8
|
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Early) Winter |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil Ph | Acid |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy |
Landscaping Ideas | Beds and Borders |
Garden Styles | City and Courtyard , Informal and Cottage |
Great Plant Combination Ideas with Crocus Great Plant Combination Ideas with Rhododendron - Azalea
©Clive Nichols
While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Garden Information
Hardiness | 6 – 8
|
---|---|
Heat Zones | 6
– 8
|
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Early) Winter |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil Ph | Acid |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy |
Landscaping Ideas | Beds and Borders |
Garden Styles | City and Courtyard , Informal and Cottage |
Great Plant Combination Ideas with Crocus Great Plant Combination Ideas with Rhododendron - Azalea
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