Cherries and Merlot rhododendron
Rhododendron 'Cherries and Merlot'
USDA zones6 to 9
SunHandles partial sun or full shade
Size2 to 4 feet tall3 to 5 feet wide
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- Red
Notes
'Cherries and Merlot' rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Cherries and Merlot') is a shrub for woodland gardens, shady borders, and foundation plantings. It is hardy to USDA zone 6, or down to -10°F (-23°C). This plant likes part sun to full shade. It grows as a mound about 3 to 4 feet high and wide. The leaves are blue-green on top and burgundy-purple-red underneath. Glowing red flowers with white stamens open in spring.
Pairs well with Autumn fern, Lady fern, and Snowdrop.