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Rhododendron 'Herbert' (Gable Hybrid)

Family Ericaceae
Plant Type broadleaf evergreen
Zone USDA:   4a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level medium
Height 60 - 90 cm (2 - 3 ft)
Spread 60 - 90 cm (2 - 3 ft)
Light light shade to partial shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description The broadleaf evergreen Rhododendron 'Herbert' (Gable Hybrid) (evergreen azalea) bears showy and bright pink blossoms during mid-spring to late spring. This plant is rounded in form and has glossy, fine textured and evergreen foliage that is deep green in colour. The bark is smooth in texture. Rhododendron 'Herbert' (Gable Hybrid) (evergreen azalea) is a specimen plant and it can serve as a focal point in your garden.
Typical Uses Border, hedge, foundation and specimen.
Special Characteristics Birds, hummingbirds and butterflies are attracted to Rhododendron 'Herbert' (Gable Hybrid) . In the winter, Rhododendron 'Herbert' (Gable Hybrid) provides winter interest.