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Description
Rhododendron Gandavense Nancy Waterer is a beautiful, evergreen shrub that is native to Asia. It is a hybrid plant that was created by crossing two different species of Rhododendrons. This plant produces stunning pink flowers that bloom in late spring and early summer. The flowers are bell-shaped and have a lovely fragrance. The leaves are dark green and leathery, and they are a perfect foil for the showy flowers.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukarya |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Embryophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Ericales |
| Family | Ericaceae |
| Genus | Rhododendron |
Appearance
Rhododendron Gandavense Nancy Waterer is a medium-sized shrub that can grow up to 6 feet tall and 8 feet wide. The leaves are dark green, glossy, and leathery, and they are about 4 inches long and 2 inches wide. The flowers are pink, bell-shaped, and about 1 inch in diameter. They bloom in late spring and early summer and have a lovely fragrance. The bark is brown and smooth.
Care Guide
Rhododendron Gandavense Nancy Waterer requires moderate care to thrive. Here are some tips on how to care for this plant:- Water: This plant requires regular watering, especially during the hot summer months. Keep the soil moist but not waterlogged.- Fertilization: Fertilize the plant in the spring with a slow-release fertilizer.- Soil: This plant prefers acidic soil that is well-draining. Add peat moss or pine needles to the soil to increase acidity.- Sunlight: This plant prefers partial shade to full sun. Provide some shade during the hottest part of the day.- Hardiness Zones: This plant is hardy in USDA zones 6 to 9.
Common Pests & Diseases
Rhododendron Gandavense Nancy Waterer is susceptible to several pests and diseases. Here are some of the most common ones:- Rhododendron borer: This pest burrows into the stem of the plant, causing damage and weakening the plant.- Leaf spot: This disease causes brown spots on the leaves and can lead to defoliation.- Root rot: This disease is caused by a fungus that attacks the roots of the plant, causing them to rot.- Scale insects: These pests attach themselves to the leaves and stems of the plant, sucking the sap and causing damage.
Habitat
Rhododendron Gandavense Nancy Waterer is native to Asia, but it has been introduced to other parts of the world, including North America and Europe. This plant prefers to grow in moist, acidic soil in partial shade to full sun. It can be found in forests, along streams, and in other areas with moist soil.
Question and Answer
Q: How often should I water Rhododendron Gandavense Nancy Waterer?
A: Water the plant regularly, especially during the hot summer months. Keep the soil moist but not waterlogged.
Q: Does this plant require a lot of sunlight?
A: This plant prefers partial shade to full sun. Provide some shade during the hottest part of the day.
Q: What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
A: This plant prefers acidic soil that is well-draining. Add peat moss or pine needles to the soil to increase acidity.
Q: What is the hardiness zone for Rhododendron Gandavense Nancy Waterer?
A: This plant is hardy in USDA zones 6 to 9.
Related Plants
– Rhododendron ‘Nova Zembla’- Rhododendron ‘PJM Elite’- Rhododendron ‘Purple Splendor’- Rhododendron ‘Roseum Elegans’- Rhododendron ‘Scintillation’
References
– RHS Plant Finder: Rhododendron ‘Nancy Waterer’- Missouri Botanical Garden: Rhododendron ‘Nancy Waterer’- Royal Horticultural Society: Rhododendron ‘Nancy Waterer’
