Botanical profile

Rhododendron 'Holden's Peach'

Latin name
Rhododendron 'Holden's Peach'
Common name
Rhododendron
Type
Shrub
Family
Ericaceae

Rhododendron 'Holden's Peach' is a remarkable ornamental shrub, prized for its delicate spring blooms in unique apricot hues. In spring, it is covered in large clusters of bell-shaped flowers, a soft blend of peach, pink, and cream, creating a luminous and refined effect in the garden. Its dense, glossy, dark green evergreen foliage provides decorative structure year-round. Its rounded, compact habit makes it ideal for beds, borders, or woodland plantings. It thrives in acidic, organically rich, well-drained soils, and prefers partial shade. Relatively hardy, it is an excellent choice for adding color and elegance to shaded gardens.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 5
Exposure
Partial shade
Watering
Moderate
Fertilization
Weak, in spring with fertilizer for acid-loving plants
Soil type
Acidic, rich and well-drained
Minimum temperature
-29 °C (-20 °F)
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Spring
Flower color
Peach, pink and cream
Fruiting
Dry capsules
Foliage color
Dark glossy green
Foliage type
Persistent
Shape
Rounded and compact
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
1.5 m (4.9 ft)
Width
1.5 m (4.9 ft)
Growth rate
Slow
Not recommended for pets
Not recommended for pets

Pets

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

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