3-gallon Admiral Semmes Rhododendron is a fragrant, native azalea grown in zones 6-9. It produces gorgeous yellow blooms and is considered trouble-free.
Rhododendron ' Admiral Semmes'
Sure, here is some information about Rhododendron 'Admiral Semmes'.
Rhododendron 'Admiral Semmes' is a native azalea that is known for its large, fragrant yellow flowers. It is a member of the Confederate Series of azaleas, which are bred to be heat- and humidity-tolerant. 'Admiral Semmes' grows 4-5 feet tall and wide and blooms in the spring. The flowers are honeysuckle-like and have a strong fragrance. The leaves are dark green and glossy.
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'Admiral Semmes' is a low-maintenance plant that is easy to grow. It prefers part shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of clay soils, but it does not like wet feet. 'Admiral Semmes' is relatively pest- and disease-free.
Here are some tips for growing Rhododendron 'Admiral Semmes':
- Plant in part shade.
- Provide moist, well-drained soil.
- Mulch around the plant to help retain moisture and suppress weeds.
- Fertilize in spring with a fertilizer specifically for acid-loving plants.
- Water regularly, especially during the first year after planting.
- Prune after flowering to remove spent blooms.
With proper care, Rhododendron 'Admiral Semmes' will be a beautiful and fragrant addition to your garden.
Note: The plant is shipped in its pot, firmly secured with several layers of clear tape, thereby avoiding any shuffling and moving during transit. The plant reaches you with minimal damage- very safe and secure. We have been shipping plants like this for several years (plant are sometimes shipped in smaller pots for safety and ease of shipping). Most plants go dormant in fall and winter and will lose most of their leaves - looking dead and dry - very normal. They will flush out in spring.
We cannot send ship some plants and some sizes to California due to restrictions placed by department of agriculture.
