{"product_id":"rhododendron-ponticum-rhododendron","title":"Rhododendron ponticum (Rhododendron)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRhododendron ponticum (Rhododendron)\u003c\/strong\u003e, 'Rhododendron', is valued for its spring flower trusses, evergreen presence, and seasonal interest in shaded gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePontic Rhododendron , Mediterranean \/ Black Sea native; large evergreen shrub with lilac-purple flowers. Important ecological \/ invasive-watch species in the UK.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePart shade suits this species. Plant in moist, well-drained, acidic soil. Hardy USDA Zone 6 to 8. Standard rhody care. Note: R. ponticum is on invasive lists in the UK and Ireland; it is generally not aggressive in the PNW but worth being aware of.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Pacific Northwest native rhododendrons are \u003cstrong\u003eRhododendron macrophyllum\u003c\/strong\u003e (Pacific Rhododendron, Washington state flower) for evergreen woodland edges, and \u003cstrong\u003eRhododendron occidentale\u003c\/strong\u003e (Western Azalea) for fragrant deciduous spring bloom in damp sites.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dragonfly Farm \u0026 Nursery","offers":[{"title":"3-gallon \/ Log Cabin","offer_id":44009523413080,"sku":"01533382","price":36.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/dragonflyfarmlanglois.com\/products\/rhododendron-ponticum-rhododendron","provider":"Dragonfly Farm \u0026 Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}