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Milky Way

Rhododendron 'Milky Way'

Milky Way

In growth

JFMAMJJASOND

In bloom

JFMAMJJASOND

Planting Guide

Spacing3-4 ft apart
Planting depthPlant shallowly, do not bury crown
Chilling hours0
Life expectancy20+ years
Growth rateSlow
Planted2022
BedTo Be Sorted

Growing Conditions

SunPartial Shade
WaterAverage
Soil typeAcidic, organically rich, well-draining
Soil pH4.5-5.5
Zones5-8
Native statusCultivar

Appearance

TypeShrub
LeafElliptic (Oval tapering ends)
Foliage colourDark green
BloomWhite
FruitCapsule
EvergreenEvergreen

Root System

SystemFibrous/Adventitious Systems
MorphologyFine Roots (< 2 mm)
FunctionAbsorptive Roots (Lower Orders)
PropagationSemi-hardwood cuttings in summer

Wildlife & Safety

AttractsBees, Butterflies
DeerNot Resistant
ToxicityToxic to Humans & Pets
EdibilityToxic
CompanionsPieris, Ferns, Hostas

Where it came from

GrowerMonrovia
Bought atKulak'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.