.plant-container { font-family: inherit; } .plant-container ul { list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-left: 0; } .plant-container li { display: flex; align-items: center; margin-bottom: 8px; line-height: 1.6; padding-left: 0; } .plant-container img { width: 24px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; flex-shrink: 0; } 'Nova Zembla' Rhododendron Description A compact evergreen shrub featuring vibrant red flowers in early spring, with dark green, leathery leaves. Ideal for creating colorful hedges or focal points in the garden. Suggested Uses Perfect for shrub borders, woodland gardens, and container planting. Its striking flowers make it suitable for landscape accents and foundation plantings. Plant Details Botanical Name: Rhododendron 'Nova Zembla' Common Name: 'Nova Zembla' Rhododendron Size & Growth: 3-4 ft tall, 3-4 ft wide; slow to moderate growth rate Hardiness Zones: 4-7 Foliage Type: Evergreen Bloom Time: Early Spring (March-April) Growth Rate: Slow to moderate Light Requirements: Partial shade to full shade Attracts Pollinators: Yes, bees and butterflies Indoor Friendly: Not recommended for indoor growth Container Friendly: Yes, suitable for containers with good drainage Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Toxic if eaten Fragrant: No Cut Flower: Yes, for floral arrangements Grows Well With: Ferns, hostas, shade-loving perennials Care Tips Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained, acidic soil in partial shade Soil Moisture: Keep consistently moist; do not allow to dry out Soil Type: Acidic, loamy, well-drained Humidity: Prefers moderate to high humidity Pruning Instructions: Remove dead or damaged branches after flowering to maintain shape Winter Care: Mulch heavily and protect from harsh winds in colder zones Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as in the nursery container Fertilization: Use acid-loving plant fertilizer in early spring and after blooming Special Care: Mulch to retain soil moisture and maintain soil acidity