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Ericaceae
Trees and shrubs
Rhododendron Pearce
Hardiness
Zone 5
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Family
Ericaceae
Rhododendron 'Pearce's American Beauty', also known as 'Pearce's American Beauty' rhododendron, is an ornamental evergreen shrub prized for its spectacular blooms and broad, elegant habit. This vigorous variety forms a dense, well-rounded bush that makes a remarkable statement in shrub beds, woodland gardens, and shaded landscapes. In spring, large spherical inflorescences appear, covered with numerous bright pink to magenta flowers, often marked with a slight darker blotch in the throat. This luminous flowering creates a striking effect in the garden and attracts pollinators. The thick, glossy, dark green evergreen foliage remains ornamental all year round and provides an elegant contrast to the blooms. This rhododendron prefers acidic soils, rich in organic matter and well-drained, and thrives particularly well in partial shade.
Soil and care
The rightconditions.
Fertilization
Fertilizer for acid-loving plants in spring
Bloom and dimensions
The completeprofile.
Bloom periodSpring
Flower colorBright pink to magenta
Foliage colorDark green
Foliage typePersistent
FruitingDry, unornamental capsules
Maximum height2 m (6 ft)
Maximum width8.2 ft (2.5 m)
Growth rateModerate
Hardiness zoneZone 5
Minimum temperature-32 °F
Its strengths, naturally.
Not recommended for pets
Pets
Plants that attract butterflies
Butterflies
Flowers that attract hummingbirds
Hummingbirds
