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Southgate Brandi Rhododendron

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  • Magenta pink blooms that are white and fuchsia in spring
  • Matures to 3-4' wide by 3-4' tall
  • Hardy in USDA Zones 6 - 9
  • Plant in partial sun to partial shade
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Description

The Southgate Brandi Rhododendron is a beautiful evergreen shrub prized for its stunning display of soft pink blooms that appear in mid to late spring. These large, trumpet-shaped flowers cover the plant, creating a showy and elegant focal point in any garden or landscape. The Southgate Brandi is a compact variety, reaching about 3-4 feet in height and width at maturity, making it ideal for small gardens, foundation plantings, or as part of a mixed shrub border.

This rhododendron remains hardy in USDA Zones 6-9 and performs best in partial shade, thriving in locations with morning sun and afternoon shade. It prefers acidic, well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter, and consistent moisture is key for maintaining healthy growth and flower production.

Once established, the Southgate Brandi Rhododendron is relatively low maintenance, requiring minimal pruning—typically after flowering to maintain its shape.

Where Do Rhododendrons Grow Best?

Rhododendrons thrive in moist, well-draining soils that are rich in organic matter, but they are highly sensitive to poor drainage. Heavy clay, compacted, or soggy soils can lead to root rot, which can damage or kill the plant. These shrubs also prefer acidic conditions, with an optimal soil pH between 4.5 and 6.0. 

Providing a sheltered location with moderate temperatures helps ensure that rhododendrons thrive in your garden.

 

Care & Use

Getting Started: Understanding Your New Plant

Review your plant's information on our website or the tag that comes with it. Be mindful of sunlight preferences, soil type, and spacing needs.

Our plants are adaptable but grow best in the correct USDA Zones. Click here to learn more about your USDA Zone.

Planting Instructions

Dig a Hole

First, dig a hole three times the width of the root ball of your plant. This makes it easier for the root system to spread out quickly. Dig the hole deep enough that your plant will sit level with or slightly above the ground around it.

Amend Your Soil

Mix your native soil with rich gardening soil to provide extra nutrients and support plant growth. If your soil is clay-heavy, we recommend mixing your native clay soil with equal parts of Pine Bark mulch to improve drainage and the overall breathability of your soil.

Place Your Plant

Examine the roots. If they appear tightly bound, gently coax them apart; this ensures they can spread into the new soil. Place your plant in the hole so the top of the rootball is even with the surrounding soil—Backfill around it with the amended soil mixture. The roots need access to oxygen for your plant to thrive, so do not cover the rootball; place soil around it.

Mulch Your Plants

Top the soil beneath your plant with 3-4 inches of mulch to help it retain moisture. Be careful not to cover the rootball - your new plants roots need access to oxygen.

Water Your Plant

Soak the plant with a hose afterward to hydrate the plant, as well as get the soil and mulch situated. Develop a regular watering schedule based on your plant's needs and local weather patterns. Remember, over watering is just as, if not more, harmful than under watering.

Spacing Recommendations

How to Space Your Southgate Brandi Rhododendron

Plant Your Southgate Brandi Rhododendron 2.5-3 feet apart from plant center to plant center. Otherwise, space plants 4 feet for solid hedges; 6 feet or more for space between plants.

  • Scientific Name
    Rhododendron 'Brandi Michele Raley'
  • Hardiness Zone
    6, 7, 8, 9
  • Sun Exposure
    Part Sun to Part Shade
  • Evergreen or Deciduous
    Evergreen
  • Features
    Attracts Birds / Butterflies, Disease Tolerant, Dwarf, Flowering, Heat Tolerant, Shade Tolerant
  • Feature Color
    Green, Pink
  • Uses
    Accent, Container, Hedge, Mass Planting
  • Water Needs
    Medium
  • Bloom Season
    Spring

Growing Zones : 6, 7, 8, and 9

Map of USDA Zones 6-9
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Southgate Brandi Rhododendron

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The Southgate Brandi Rhododendron is a beautiful evergreen shrub prized for its stunning display of soft pink blooms that appear in mid to late spring. These large, trumpet-shaped flowers cover the plant, creating a showy and elegant focal point in any garden or landscape. The Southgate Brandi is a compact variety, reaching about 3-4 feet in height and width at maturity, making it ideal for small gardens, foundation plantings, or as part of a mixed shrub border.

This rhododendron remains hardy in USDA Zones 6-9 and performs best in partial shade, thriving in locations with morning sun and afternoon shade. It prefers acidic, well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter, and consistent moisture is key for maintaining healthy growth and flower production.

Once established, the Southgate Brandi Rhododendron is relatively low maintenance, requiring minimal pruning—typically after flowering to maintain its shape.

Where Do Rhododendrons Grow Best?

Rhododendrons thrive in moist, well-draining soils that are rich in organic matter, but they are highly sensitive to poor drainage. Heavy clay, compacted, or soggy soils can lead to root rot, which can damage or kill the plant. These shrubs also prefer acidic conditions, with an optimal soil pH between 4.5 and 6.0. 

Providing a sheltered location with moderate temperatures helps ensure that rhododendrons thrive in your garden.

 

Pot size

  • 2 Gallon
  • 2.5 Quart
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