Dora Amateis' Rhododendron, Early Midseason Rhododendron
Free-flowering and extremely cold-hardy, Rhododendron ‘Dora Amateis’ is a remarkable small evergreen shrub. Blooming in early to mid-spring, this Rhododendron hybrid bears an abundance of trumpet-shaped pure white flowers, slightly speckled pink and green within, and emitting a spicy perfume. Held in lax trusses of about 6 to 8 blooms, they provide a memorable scented display and contrast beautifully with the evergreen foliage of small dark green recurved leaves that becomes bronze-tinged in sunlight. Attractive and tough, this early midseason Rhododendron is one of the finest white dwarf hybrids. Exceptionally winter-hardy, it can withstand temperatures as low as -15°F (-26°C). Heat tolerant.
| Hardiness |
5 - 8 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
1 - 8 |
| Climate Zones | 4, 5, 6, 15, 16, 17 |
| Plant Type | Shrubs |
| Plant Family | Ericaceae |
| Genus | Rhododendron |
| Common names | Rhododendron |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest | Spring (Early, Mid) |
| Height | 3' - 4' (90cm - 120cm) |
| Spread | 3' - 4' (90cm - 120cm) |
| Spacing | 36" - 48" (90cm - 120cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Fragrant, Plant of Merit, Showy, Evergreen |
| Tolerances | Rabbit, Heat |
| Attracts | Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
| Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Patio And Containers, Small Gardens |
| Garden Styles | Butterfly Garden, City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage, Japanese Garden, Pollinator Garden, Traditional Garden, Woodland Garden |
| Toxic to Humans | Low severity |
| Toxic to Cats | Toxic |
| Toxic to Dogs | Toxic |
| Toxic to Horses | Toxic |
| Hardiness |
5 - 8 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
1 - 8 |
| Climate Zones | 4, 5, 6, 15, 16, 17 |
| Plant Type | Shrubs |
| Plant Family | Ericaceae |
| Genus | Rhododendron |
| Common names | Rhododendron |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest | Spring (Early, Mid) |
| Height | 3' - 4' (90cm - 120cm) |
| Spread | 3' - 4' (90cm - 120cm) |
| Spacing | 36" - 48" (90cm - 120cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Fragrant, Plant of Merit, Showy, Evergreen |
| Tolerances | Rabbit, Heat |
| Attracts | Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
| Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Patio And Containers, Small Gardens |
| Garden Styles | Butterfly Garden, City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage, Japanese Garden, Pollinator Garden, Traditional Garden, Woodland Garden |
| Toxic to Humans | Low severity |
| Toxic to Cats | Toxic |
| Toxic to Dogs | Toxic |
| Toxic to Horses | Toxic |
How many Rhododendron ‘Dora Amateis’ do I need for my garden?
| Plant | Quantity | |
|---|---|---|
| Rhododendron ‘Dora Amateis’ | N/A | Buy Plants |
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