Milky Way
Rhododendron 'Milky Way'
In growth
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In bloom
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Planting Guide
| Spacing | 3-4 ft apart |
|---|---|
| Planting depth | Plant shallowly, do not bury crown |
| Chilling hours | 0 |
| Life expectancy | 20+ years |
| Growth rate | Slow |
| Planted | 2022 |
| Bed | To Be Sorted |
Growing Conditions
| Sun | Partial Shade |
|---|---|
| Water | Average |
| Soil type | Acidic, organically rich, well-draining |
| Soil pH | 4.5-5.5 |
| Zones | 5-8 |
| Native status | Cultivar |
Appearance
| Type | Shrub |
|---|---|
| Leaf | Elliptic (Oval tapering ends) |
| Foliage colour | Dark green |
| Bloom | White |
| Fruit | Capsule |
| Evergreen | Evergreen |
Root System
| System | Fibrous/Adventitious Systems |
|---|---|
| Morphology | Fine Roots (< 2 mm) |
| Function | Absorptive Roots (Lower Orders) |
| Propagation | Semi-hardwood cuttings in summer |
Wildlife & Safety
| Attracts | Bees, Butterflies |
|---|---|
| Deer | Not Resistant |
| Toxicity | Toxic to Humans & Pets |
| Edibility | Toxic |
| Companions | Pieris, Ferns, Hostas |
Where it came from
| Grower | Monrovia |
|---|---|
| Bought at | Kulak's Nursery |
Care
Mulch to keep shallow roots cool and moist.
Maintenance
Prune lightly only if necessary immediately after flowering.
Cleanup
Carefully remove spent blossoms.
Notes
Spectacular white blooming rhododendron.