Rhododendron ‘Hotei’ – Evergreen Rhododendron | Yellow Midseason Blooms | One Gallon Container Plant

Add cheerful color and compact evergreen beauty to your landscape with this live Rhododendron ‘Hotei’, a charming yellow-flowering rhododendron prized for its bright blooms and manageable size. Blooming during midseason, this ornamental evergreen shrub produces attractive yellow flower trusses that bring warmth and contrast to woodland gardens, shaded borders, patios, and foundation plantings. Compact and easy to maintain, ‘Hotei’ matures to approximately 3 feet tall in 10 years, making it an excellent choice for smaller gardens and decorative containers. Rich evergreen foliage provides year-round structure while the vibrant blooms create a refreshing spring display. Hardy to approximately 5°F, this rhododendron performs best in cool acidic soils with filtered sunlight and even moisture. These established one-gallon plants are well-rooted and ready to thrive in the landscape. You will receive a healthy live plant similar in size and condition to the one shown in the listing photos.

You will receive:
✔️ 1 live Rhododendron ‘Hotei’ plant
✔️ One gallon container-grown plant
✔️ Approximate top width: 6–8 inches
✔️ Healthy, rooted evergreen shrub
✔️ Yellow flowering rhododendron
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Hotei Rhododendron
Botanical Name: Rhododendron ‘Hotei’
Plant Type: Evergreen flowering shrub
Growth Stage: Established container-grown plant
Sun Requirements: Partial shade to filtered sunlight
Soil: Acidic, moist, well-draining soil
Watering: Moderate; maintain evenly moist soil
Mature Height: Approximately 3 feet in 10 years
Growth Habit: Compact evergreen shrub
Growth Rate: Moderate
USDA Zones: 6–8
Cold Hardiness: Hardy to approximately 5°F
Bloom Time: Midseason
Bloom Color: Yellow
Container Friendly: Yes, excellent for patios and smaller gardens

💡 Care Tip: Mulch around the base to maintain cool moist soil and protect shallow roots. Light pruning immediately after flowering helps maintain a compact, dense shape.