Southgate Divine Rhododendron

Light Needs

Part Shade to Part Sun

(3-6 Hours Direct Sun)

Mature Height

4-5 Feet

Mature Spread

4-5 Feet

Growing Zones

6 to 9

Rhododendrons are one of the most beloved shrubs of the spring. With their broad evergreen leaves and large flowers ‘Southgate Divine’ rhododendron is the ideal shrub for your garden. It has pink buds opening to white flowers flecked with tiny spots of burgundy and as an added bonus, it is a dwarf variety!

‘Southgate Divine’ is winter hardy and summer heat tolerant as well as insect and disease resistant. And since it is flowering long before other plants in the garden, it is a great pollinator plant too, attracting bees and butterflies. Rhododendron flowers are in clusters, almost to the size of a softball so a standout in the garden.

Southgate Divine Rhododendron Care

This rhododendron is hardy from Zone 6a – 9 b. They like a slightly acidic soil so fertilizing with a slow release acid fertilizer such as Espoma Holly Tone is ideal. They thrive best in afternoon shade in a moist but well-draining soil. Water on a regular basis and 1-2 inches of mulch scattered at the base of the plant will ensure a happy plant. ‘Southgate Divine’ doesn’t need pruning except for a broken or crossed branch.

Southgate Divine Rhododendron Spacing

‘Southgate Divine’ is considered a dwarf rhododendron only growing 4 -5 ft. tall and wide. It is perfect for a hedge, privacy screening or as focal plant in the landscape. If planting ‘Southgate Divine’ as a hedge or screening, plant them a little closer together to give you ideal privacy.

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Compare Southgate® Rhododendrons

See bud and flower color, size, and the best use for each heat-tolerant Southgate® rhododendron.

Variety	Buds & Flowers	Size	Best For	Why Choose It
Southgate® Radiance Rhododendron	Deep lavender buds; ruffled pink to light purple flowers with a reddish-purple blotch	4′ H × 5′ W in 10 years	Cool-toned beds with white or pink spring bloomers	The only lavender-purple in the series
Southgate® Brandi Rhododendron	Deep pink buds; pink ruffled flowers	3′ H × 4′ W	Containers, small beds, and under low windows	Most compact; glossy leaves that curl back slightly
Southgate® Breeze Rhododendron	Medium pink buds; white flowers with a maroon blotch	4′ H × 5′ W in 10 years	Foundation plantings and mixed shrub borders	Pink buds and white flowers on the plant at the same time
Southgate® Divine Rhododendron	Light pink buds; white flowers with purple specks	4′ H × 5′ W in 10 years	Brightening shady woodland edges	Softest pink buds; a different Taiwanese parent than its siblings
Southgate® Grace Rhododendron	Deep pink buds; crisp white flowers with purple spots	4′ H × 6′ W in 10 years	Evergreen hedges and mass plantings	Widest, densest plant in the series
Southgate® Splendor Rhododendron	Lavender-pink flowers with dark pink undersides and speckles	4–5′ H × 4–5′ W	A specimen shrub near an entry or patio	Large trusses that look like small bouquets

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