Nova Zembla Rhododendron 1 Live Evergreen Shrub, 3 Gallon Pot, 15 Inches – Rhododendron ‘Nova Zembla’

Nova Zembla Rhododendron (Rhododendron ‘Nova Zembla’) is a cold-hardy broadleaf evergreen flowering shrub admired for its striking dark pink-red blossoms, glossy green foliage, and dense, rounded growth habit. This ornamental rhododendron adds vibrant spring color and year-round foliage interest to woodland gardens, shaded borders, foundation plantings, and mixed evergreen landscapes.

During mid-spring, Nova Zembla Rhododendron produces large, rounded clusters of deep pink-red to rosy-red flowers. Individual blossoms are funnel-shaped and may display darker spotting on the upper petals. Its dark green, leathery leaves can have slightly rippled margins, providing attractive texture throughout the year. The vivid flowers contrast beautifully with the evergreen foliage and may attract bees and other flower-visiting insects.

Nova Zembla Rhododendron performs best in partial shade and acidic, organically rich, well-drained soil. It prefers consistent moisture without prolonged waterlogging and benefits from protection against drying winds and intense afternoon sunlight. Known for its cold tolerance, this rhododendron is suitable for ornamental landscapes in many temperate regions and can be grown in appropriately sized outdoor containers with suitable acidic growing media.

Each order includes 1 live Nova Zembla Rhododendron supplied in a 3-gallon nursery pot (G3).

Approx. 15 inches tall at time of shipping.

Shipping Size

• Quantity: 1 Live Nova Zembla Rhododendron Plant

• Container Size: 3 Gallon Nursery Pot (G3)

• Shipping Height: Approx. 15 Inches Tall at Time of Shipping

• Plant Form: Rooted, Container-Grown Evergreen Shrub

• Flower Color: Dark Pink-Red to Rosy Red

• Flower Form: Funnel-Shaped Blossoms in Rounded Trusses

• Foliage Color: Dark Green

• Foliage Characteristics: Glossy, Leathery Leaves With Slightly Rippled Margins

• Growth Habit: Dense, Upright to Rounded

• Bloom Season: Mid-Spring

• Seasonal Appearance: Broadleaf Evergreen; Leaves May Curl or Droop Temporarily During Cold Weather

Botanical Name Clarification: The nursery abbreviation “RHODO. ‘NOVA ZEMBLA’” refers to Rhododendron ‘Nova Zembla’, a recognized evergreen rhododendron cultivar.

Plant Condition Disclosure:

Live plants may be shipped dormant, leafless, recently pruned, bare root, or partially defoliated depending on season, weather, and shipping requirements.

Natural variation in size, branching, foliage density, color, root structure, and overall appearance should be expected.

Important Note:

You will receive a live starter plant (seedling/young plant). Listing photos show the plant at a mature stage for reference only. The actual plant size, shape, and appearance may vary and will be significantly smaller than the images shown.

• Quantity: 1 Live Nova Zembla Rhododendron Plant

• Container Size: 3 Gallon Nursery Pot (G3)

• Shipping Height: Approx. 15 Inches Tall at Time of Shipping

• Common Name: Nova Zembla Rhododendron

• Scientific Name: Rhododendron ‘Nova Zembla’

• Cultivar: Nova Zembla

• Plant Type: Broadleaf Evergreen Flowering Shrub

• Life Cycle: Perennial

• Plant Form: Rooted, Container-Grown Shrub

• Growth Habit: Dense, Upright to Rounded

• Flower Color: Dark Pink-Red to Rosy Red

• Flower Form: Funnel-Shaped Flowers in Rounded Clusters

• Bloom Season: Mid-Spring

• Foliage Color: Dark Green

• Foliage Characteristics: Glossy, Leathery Leaves With Slightly Rippled Margins

• USDA Hardiness Zones: Generally 4–8

• Sunlight: Partial Shade

• Soil Preference: Acidic, Organically Rich, Well-Drained Soil

• Water Requirements: Moderate; Consistent Moisture Preferred

• Soil pH Preference: Acidic

• Cold Hardiness: Suitable for Cold-Winter Climates Within Its Hardiness Range

• Pollinator Interest: Flowers May Attract Bees and Other Flower-Visiting Insects

• Landscape Uses: Woodland Gardens, Shaded Borders, Foundation Plantings, Evergreen Groupings, and Ornamental Shrub Beds

• Ornamental Interest: Dark Pink-Red Spring Flowers and Glossy Evergreen Foliage

• Container Suitable: Yes, With Acidic Growing Medium and Adequate Drainage

• Outdoor Plant: Yes

• Seasonal Appearance: Evergreen; Temporary Leaf Curling May Occur in Cold Weather

• Primary Feature: Cold-Hardy Evergreen Shrub With Deep Pink-Red Flowers

Live Nova Zembla Rhododendron (Rhododendron ‘Nova Zembla’), natural root system, nursery growing medium, 3-gallon nursery pot (G3).