Perfecto Mundo Double Pink
Rhododendron x 'NCRX3'
In growth
JFMAMJJASOND
In bloom
JFMAMJJASOND
Planting Guide
| Spacing | 24-36 in apart |
|---|---|
| Planting depth | Crown at soil level. |
| Chilling hours | 0 |
| Life expectancy | 10+ years |
| Growth rate | Moderate |
| Planted | 2025 |
| Bed | Ko-Ja Garden, Barwaz Garden |
Growing Conditions
| Sun | Full Sun - Partial Shade |
|---|---|
| Water | Average |
| Soil type | Moist, acidic, well-draining soils with high organic matter. |
| Soil pH | 4.5-6.0 |
| Zones | 6-9 |
| Native status | Cultivar |
Appearance
| Type | Shrub |
|---|---|
| Leaf | Elliptic (Oval tapering ends) |
| Foliage colour | Dark Green |
| Bloom | Soft Pink |
| Fruit | Capsule |
| Evergreen | Semi-evergreen |
Root System
| System | Fibrous/Adventitious Systems |
|---|---|
| Morphology | Fine Roots (< 2 mm) |
| Function | Absorptive Roots (Lower Orders) |
| Propagation | Stem cuttings. |
Wildlife & Safety
| Attracts | Bees, Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
|---|---|
| Deer | Not Resistant |
| Toxicity | Toxic to Humans & Pets |
| Edibility | Toxic |
| Companions | Hostas, Ferns, Hydrangeas |
Where it came from
| Grower | Proven Winners |
|---|---|
| Bought at | Kulak's Nursery |
Care
Water deeply during the first year to establish. Mulch well to keep roots cool and retain moisture.
Maintenance
Prune immediately after spring bloom to encourage new growth and heavier rebloom.
Cleanup
Clean up fallen leaves. Apply winter mulch in colder zones for protection.
Notes
Reblooming azalea providing months of blooms. Hardy down to zone 6b, or 5b with protection.