{"product_id":"rhododendron-checkmate-live-evergreen-shrub-lavender-pink-pjm-rhododendron-compact-hardy-landscape-plant-2-container-grown","title":"Rhododendron ‘Checkmate’ Live Evergreen Shrub | Lavender Pink PJM Rhododendron | Compact Hardy Landscape Plant | #2 Container Grown","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"136\" data-end=\"956\"\u003eAdd year-round beauty and compact charm to your landscape with Rhododendron ‘Checkmate’, a dwarf PJM-type rhododendron prized for its soft lavender-pink spring blooms and attractive evergreen foliage. This dense compact shrub produces abundant clusters of delicate flowers in spring, creating a beautiful display perfect for borders, woodland gardens, and small-space landscapes.\u003cbr data-start=\"541\" data-end=\"545\"\u003eIts aromatic foliage offers subtle spicy fragrance when touched and develops rich mahogany tones during winter, providing exceptional multi-season interest. Cold hardy and easy to maintain, ‘Checkmate’ is an excellent choice for foundation plantings, shaded beds, and decorative containers. You will receive a healthy container-grown plant similar in size and condition to the one shown in the listing photos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"960\" data-end=\"1177\"\u003eYou will receive:\u003cbr data-start=\"977\" data-end=\"981\"\u003e✔️ 1 live Rhododendron ‘Checkmate’ shrub\u003cbr data-start=\"1021\" data-end=\"1025\"\u003e✔️ Grown in #2 nursery container\u003cbr data-start=\"1057\" data-end=\"1061\"\u003e✔️ Healthy, rooted evergreen plant\u003cbr data-start=\"1095\" data-end=\"1099\"\u003e✔️ Compact flowering landscape shrub\u003cbr data-start=\"1135\" data-end=\"1139\"\u003e✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1181\" data-end=\"1666\"\u003e🌼 Growing Information\u003cbr data-start=\"1203\" data-end=\"1207\"\u003eCommon Name: Checkmate Rhododendron\u003cbr data-start=\"1242\" data-end=\"1246\"\u003eBotanical Name: Rhododendron ‘Checkmate’\u003cbr data-start=\"1286\" data-end=\"1290\"\u003ePlant Type: Evergreen flowering shrub\u003cbr data-start=\"1327\" data-end=\"1331\"\u003eGrowth Stage: Established container-grown plant\u003cbr data-start=\"1378\" data-end=\"1382\"\u003eSun Requirements: Partial shade to filtered sun\u003cbr data-start=\"1429\" data-end=\"1433\"\u003eSoil: Acidic, moist, well-draining soil\u003cbr data-start=\"1472\" data-end=\"1476\"\u003eWatering: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist\u003cbr data-start=\"1518\" data-end=\"1522\"\u003eMature Height: Approximately 2–3 feet\u003cbr data-start=\"1559\" data-end=\"1563\"\u003eMature Width: 3–4 feet\u003cbr data-start=\"1585\" data-end=\"1589\"\u003eGrowth Rate: Slow to moderate\u003cbr data-start=\"1618\" data-end=\"1622\"\u003eUSDA Zones: 4–7\u003cbr data-start=\"1637\" data-end=\"1641\"\u003eContainer Friendly: Yes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1670\" data-end=\"1877\"\u003e💡 Care Tip: Plant in acidic soil with consistent moisture and mulch annually to protect shallow roots and maintain cool soil temperatures. Minimal pruning is needed to preserve its naturally compact form.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"RhododendronsandMore","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51760200712513,"sku":null,"price":162.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0980\/0758\/0993\/files\/ListingShopify2_90.jpg?v=1779724215","url":"https:\/\/faithfolkstudio.com\/products\/rhododendron-checkmate-live-evergreen-shrub-lavender-pink-pjm-rhododendron-compact-hardy-landscape-plant-2-container-grown","provider":"FaithFolkStudio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}