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Dandy Man Color Wheel Rhododendron

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$31.49
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$31.49
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  • USDA Hardiness Zones 5-9
  • Height 4-8 Feet Tall
  • Spread 4-8 Feet Wide

If you can’t decide what color of rhododendron to plant, this one solves your problem. The flower buds emerge bright red in spring, then open to reveal soft pink interiors with deeper pink undersides. As the flowers enlarge and age, they turn pure white. Once the plant really gets blooming at the height of spring, you will see all four shades at once, making for a colorful display. In all the other seasons, the foliage carries the show with its deep, lustrous green hue.

This is a robust, disease-resistant shrub, reaching 4-8 feet tall and wide. Its’ evergreen nature makes it especially useful as a screen or as a foundation planting where its potential size will not impede entryways or windows. It is also terrific as a mass planting along a property edge or to partition different areas of your garden. Makes a wonderful companion to a host of other shrubs including azaleas, camellias, gardenias, hydrangeas and viburnum. You can also use it as a backdrop to a three-season blooming perennial border featuring daylilies, coral bells (Heuchera), false indigo (Baptisia), ferns, phlox, bee balm (Monarda) and Japanese anemone.

Dandy Man Color Wheel Rhododendron Care

Rhododendrons appreciate well-draining, acidic soil. If you are unsure if your soil drains well, dig a hole and pour in a bucket of water. If there is still water in the hole after an hour, your soil does not drain well. Soil acidity can be determined with a soil test from your local extension office. To plant your rhododendron, dig a hole as deep as the root ball and twice as wide. Put a little soil back in the base of the hole so the plant sits an inch or two higher than it was in the pot. Back-fill with the native soil then water well. Continue watering the first year when rainfall is scarce—less than one inch per week. You can also apply a two-inch layer of shredded bark mulch around the base of the plant to help conserve water, cool the roots and suppress weeds. Fertilize in spring with a granular slow-release product that is labeled for acid-loving plants. When sited where they won’t outgrow their space, rhododendrons require minimal trimming. They bloom on old wood, meaning if you do need to trim any branches, you should do so immediately after flowering, otherwise you will remove next year’s flower buds.

Dandy Man Color Wheel Rhododendron Spacing

This rhododendron’s variable size—4-8 feet tall and wide, means it is important to site it carefully. Give it enough room in case you provide the optimal conditions for it to reach that full 8x8-foot size, and be mindful of how close you place it to doors, windows and walkways so you don’t have to keep trimming it to keep it in bounds. If you want a filled-in look sooner, you can fill the space around it with annuals or a groundcover. When planting two or more Dandy Man Color Wheel rhododendrons, space them 4-8 feet center-on-center.

Dandy Man Color Wheel Rhododendron Plant Facts

USDA Hardiness Zones: 5-9
Flower Color(s): Pink, Red & White
Bloom Period: Spring
Foliage Color(s): Green
Light Exposure: Partial Sun to Full Sun
Height Class: Medium
Height: 4-8 Feet
Spread: 4-8 Feet
Spacing: 4-8 Feet
Habit: Upright
Blooms On: Old Wood
Watering: Average
Shrub Type: Evergreen
Scientific Name: Dandy Man Color Wheel Rhododendron x 'NCRX1' USPPAF
Common Name: Dandy Man Color Wheel Rhododendron
Other Name(s): n/a
Brand: Proven Winners ColorChoice®
Drought Tolerant: No
Features: Winter Interest; Foliage Interest
SKU:
RHOCW

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.

4.5 Pot

4.5" Pot
 Also Know As:
   4.5" Container

 Plant Age:
   ~ 6 months
 Plant Size:
   ~ 3"-6"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
 Volume:
   1.42 quarts

Quart Pot

Quart Pot
 Also Know 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 Know As:
   2.5 Quart Pot

 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 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 Know As:
   #1 Container
    1 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 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 Know 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 Know 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


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Plant Addict Guarantee (Included On All Plant Orders)

Plant Addicts guarantees your plant(s) will arrive happy and healthy, but the plant(s) are being shipped through the mail and accidents happen. If the plant is dead, has dried out roots or the incorrect item was shipped just notify Plant Addicts within 3 days upon delivery. We may ask for pictures but will try to make it as easy as possible for you. Please note plant(s) with damaged branches or wilted leaves will not qualify for this guarantee. Plants are very resilient and will rebound quickly when cared for correctly.

For information on how to care for you new plant please check out our guide. Guide: How to Care for Your New Plant(s)

Plant Addicts Warranty - 1 Year (Extra Purchase Required)

We encourage all plant lovers to purchase the Plant Addicts Warranty whether you’re new or an expert. There are many variables outside our control and yours that can cause the demise of your plant(s). Examples would be hungry animals, drought, poor soil conditions, over watering, disease, insects & many other factors. The Plant Addicts Warranty is a 1 year warranty protecting you from all the unknowns and will replace your plant if it moves on to the plant afterlife.

The warranty is purchased on a per plant basis and must be purchased at the same time as the plant purchase. We will cover 100% of the price of the plant but the warranty does not cover shipping cost. Simply let us know if your plant has died within one year of receiving it and we’ll get you a new one shipped out. We may ask for photos for documentation purposes but again we’ll try to make it as easy as possible.

For more information, please go to our Shipping & Returns page at the bottom of the website.

Guide: How to Care for Your New Plant(s)

Planter Shipping

Standard Colors: 2-3 business days

Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice

Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations

Plant Shipping

Time of Order:

Summer Shipping

  • If there is extreme heat we’ll delay shipping.  
    • We’ll have to review what areas the plants are traveling through along with your location


Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an email with tracking information. Depending on the above criteria we’ll ship your plant(s) towards beginning of the following week from your order. We put together this helpful guide of what to do when you receive your plants in the mail.

It is important to know that all of our plants are clearly labeled for which growing zones the plant can survive in. The plants are thoroughly trialed and tested in every growing zone before we state the plant can grow in a zone. Again, our #1 priority is to ship the plants to you healthy and ready to thrive in your location. So we will do everything in our power to do so.

10 Reviews - Dandy Man Color Wheel Rhododendron Show Reviews

  • 5
    Happy...

    Posted by Robin Langeliers on Aug 31, 2023

    My Dandy came as a strong healthy baby just excited to be planted and grow. It is flourishing and happy. Thanks for such a great start?

  • 5
    Great...

    Posted by Judy Brugger on Apr 29, 2023

    Potted my Rhododendron in a pot to give it a good start. Nice size and healthy looking. I did not expect any blooms this year but it looks like I may have two flowers coming. Very Happy, Judy Brugger

  • 5
    Beautiful...

    Posted by Sandra Dennison on Sep 15, 2022

    The rhododendron arrived well packaged and healthy. It is planted and doing well. I am not expecting any flowers this year given how late in the season it was planted, but I am looking forward to a beautiful display of flowers next Spring.

  • 5
    Nice

    Posted by Kathy Prickett on May 01, 2022

    The plants came with new growth already on them. Can't wait for next spring for them to bloom.

  • 5
    Beautiful Bush for Next...

    Posted by Ellen J Munnie on Aug 21, 2021

    The Dandy Man Color Wheel Rhododendron was packaged perfectly. It is a beautiful bush. I followed the directions enclosed and planted in a sunny spot. I see some growth already. Can't wait to see it next Spring!

  • 5
    Healthy

    Posted by Christina Milam on May 06, 2021

    My plant arrived well packed and healthy. It has settled into it's new home and I'm ready to care for it and watch it grow.

  • 5
    Dandy Man Color Wheel...

    Posted by Customer on Apr 27, 2021

    Dandy Man Color Wheel Rhododendron

  • 3
    very small...

    Posted by Customer on Aug 31, 2020

    Hard to know how plant will do: pot is so small. Arrived somewhat dehydrated

  • 5
    Beautiful plants and great...

    Posted by Customer on Jun 16, 2020

    Have ordered from many places for plants and this company impressed me! Great service. I changed my mind on one plant after i ordered and was easily able to substitute the next day. The plants are healthy and will be beautiful in the yard.