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Key characteristics

Family: Ericaceae
Height: 2 to 3 feet
Width: 2 to 3 feet
Flower color: Pink
Foliage color: Dark green, glossy
Bloom time: Late winter to early spring
Light: Partial shade
Water: Regular watering, keep soil consistently moist
Maintenance: Low; remove flower trusses after blooming
Growing zone: USDA zones 7a to 9b
Wildlife: Attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies

Shrubs

Rhododendron ‘Pink Snowflake’

Pink Snowflake Rhododendron

Rhododendron 'Pink Snowflake' is a dwarf rhododendron known for its compact size and prolific blooming, making it ideal for smaller gardens, borders, or containers. Despite its smaller stature, 'Pink Snowflake' produces an abundance of charming pink flowers in late winter to early spring, adding a splash of color and elegance to any garden setting. The foliage is equally appealing, with glossy, dark green leaves providing a lovely backdrop to the floral display.

Light

Partial shade

Water

Regular watering, keep soil consistently moist

Bloom time

Late winter to early spring

Find this plant

Works well in

Shade Gardens
Borders
Containers
Woodland Gardens

Companion plants

Aucuba · Hellebore · Brunnera · Japanese maple · Lungwort · Autumn fern

Design tip

Bring ‘Pink Snowflake’ toward the front of a planting where its compact form remains visible among larger shrubs. Its unusually early flowers make it especially effective near an entry or window, bringing color to frequently viewed areas before most spring plants awaken.

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