Rhododendron - Pohjolas Daughter

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Rhododendron like acidic soils that are high in organic matter. High organic content assures that the soil will retain moisture, yet also drain well when too wet. The low mounding habit of this plant allows for placement in a myriad of landscapes. The Rhododendron, Pohjola's Daughter, 'Rhododendron 'Pohjola's Daughter', exhibits large fuchsia-pink buds that open shell pink and slowly turn white. Pohjola's Daughter is very hardy and flowers in early-midseason. Pohjola's Daughter is a low dense bush, growing about 3 feet high, with much forking and it is often broader than it is tall. These optimum conditions are typically achieved by planting into soil that has been amended with generous quantities of peat moss or organic materials. ... more information

Spiraea - Van Houtteis The flowers are produced in spring after the leaves. Best growth occurs in a sunny location and any garden soil. The Spiraea Van Houttei's, Spiraea vanhouttei, has a foliage color of a dull bluish green. The plant grows rapidly and may be used as a screen. Flowers are white in April-May, borne in many flowered 1-2" diameter umbels. Outstanding deciduous shrub that is very showy in flower. Van Houtte Spirea is a durable and familiar shrub.