.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; } Boursault' Rhododendron Rhododendron 'Boursault' Description The Boursault Rhododendron is a compact evergreen shrub featuring vibrant, early-blooming lavender-pink flowers with darker spots. Its lush foliage provides year-round interest in a garden setting. Suggested Uses Ideal for borders, foundation plantings, and container landscapes. Its colorful blooms make it perfect for adding a splash of color to early spring gardens. Plant Details Botanical Name: Rhododendron 'Boursault' Common Name: Boursault Rhododendron Size & Growth: 3-4 ft (0.9-1.2 m) tall and wide; slow to moderate growth rate Hardiness Zones: 6-8 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: No Container Friendly: Yes Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Contains toxicity if ingested Fragrant: Mildly fragrant flowers Cut Flower: Yes Grows Well With: Ferns, hostas, azaleas Care Tips Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained, acidic soil in partial shade. Soil Moisture: Keep consistently moist but not waterlogged. Soil Type: Acidic, loamy soil Humidity: Prefers moderate to high humidity Pruning Instructions: Prune after flowering to shape and remove deadwood. Winter Care: Protect from harsh winter winds and heavy snow. Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as in nursery. Fertilization: Use acid-loving plant fertilizer in early spring. Special Care: Mulch to maintain soil moisture and acidity.