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Cunningham's White Rhododendron

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  • Partial Shade to Partial Sun (3 - 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
  • Mature Height 5 - 6 Feet
  • Mature Spread 5 - 6 Feet
  • Growing Zones 5 - 8

Cunningham's White Rhododendron shrubs produce delicate white flowers with frilly-patterned petals against a sea of deep green leaves. Something unique about these flowers is that their buds actually start off with a bright pink color and transition to a soft white with a speckled pattern once the flowers are fully bloomed. At full maturity, your shrub will reach a maximum height ranging between 4 and 6 feet. They are easy to care for, making them an excellent choice for shrub beginners.

These shrubs are evergreen and grow copious amounts of flowers, typically producing the highest number during late spring. These can be planted for borders, mass planting, and woodland garden. The leaves may be prone to powdery mildew, which causes small sections to develop a white, powdery substance. To remedy this, an organic fungicide with sulfur can be sprayed to treat the infection. You should also prune any afflicted leaves and buds.

Cunningham's White Rhododendron Plant Care

You should plant your Cunningham’s White Rhododendron shrub in a moist, free-draining soil where it can get partial shade. A clay, foamy, or sandy soil is ideal with an acid or neutral pH level. You must water it fairly frequently, preferably on a weekly basis or in cases of extreme heat. For optimal growth, fertilizer can be utilized twice per year, once in spring and again during the summertime.

Pruning for these shrubs is not necessary but can be done to achieve a more desirable shape. If pruning is desired, doing it during late summer will help to promote improved branching and more flowers overall.

Cunningham's White Rhododendron Plant Spacing

When planting on a border, the Cunningham’s White Rhododendron shrubs should be spaced so that there is one plant per 3 or 4 meters, to account for their full growth. If planting on a hedge, you can space them more closely together.

Cunningham's White Rhododendron Information

USDA Hardiness Zones: 5 - 8
Plant Type:
Light Exposure: Partial Shade to Partial Sun (3 - 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
Mature Height: 5 - 6 Feet
Mature Spread: 6 - 7 Feet
Spacing: 6 - 7 Feet
Habit: Upright
Flower Color(s): White
Flower Description:
Bloom Period: Early May
Foliage Type: Evergreen
Foliage Color(s): Green
Foliage Description: Dark Green
Seasonal Interest: Spring Flowering
Watering: Average
Resists: Deer
Tolerates: Drought
Attracts: Bees, Butterflies
Container Role:
Uses: Borders, Hedges & Privacy, Mass Planting, Wildlife Gardens
Features: Attracts Pollinators, Native to North America
Brand:
Common Name: Cunningham's White Rhododendron
Other Name(s):
Scientific Name: RHODODENDRON C. `CUNNINGHAM`S WHITE`
SKU:
1231000095-pc

Container Sizes

Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.

Quart Pot

Quart Pot

Also Known As:
Quart

Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year

Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"

Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W

Volume:
1.50 quarts

2.5 Quart

2.5 Quart

Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot

Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old

Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"

Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W

Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts

#1 Pot

#1 Pot

Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon

Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old

Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"

Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W

Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts

#2 Pot

#2 Pot

Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon

Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old

Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"

Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W

Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons

#3 Pot

#3 Pot

Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon

Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old

Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"

Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W

Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons

#5 Pot

#5 Pot

Also Known As:
#5 Container
5 Gallon

Plant Age:
~3-4 years old

Plant Size:
~ 20" - 60"

Pot Size:
~11" H x 10 1/2” W

Volume:
3.5 - 4 gallons

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Pre-Ordered Plants

Pre-ordered plants are scheduled to ship in Spring 2025. We carefully plan our shipping dates based on your USDA Plant Hardiness Zone to ensure optimal planting conditions upon arrival. Want it sooner/later? Reach out, and we'll try our best to accommodate.

Estimated Spring Shipping Schedule

Estimated ship week for pre-ordered plants will ship based on growing zones as shown below.

Growing Zone Estimated Ship Week
Zone 10March 24th
Zone 9March 31st
Zone 8April 7th
Zone 7April 14th
Zone 6bApril 21st
Zone 6aApril 28th
Zone 5bMay 5th
Zone 5aMay 12th
Zone 4May 19th
Zone 3May 26th

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