{"product_id":"rhododendron-maxecat-evergreen-rhododendron-pink-midseason-blooms-12-15-inch-field-grown-plant-cold-hardy-shrub","title":"Rhododendron ‘Maxecat’ Evergreen Shrub | Pink Midseason Blooms | 12–15 Inch Field Grown Plant | Cold Hardy","description":"\u003cp\u003eAdd vibrant spring color and year-round evergreen beauty to your landscape with this live Rhododendron ‘Maxecat’, a hardy hybrid prized for its large pink blooms and dense growth habit. Blooming in midseason, this evergreen shrub produces broadly funnel-shaped pink flowers with softly wavy edges, yellow blotches, and deep pink spotting. Flowers are held in conical trusses with 15–20 blooms each, creating a bold display. Glossy dark green foliage and red new stems provide year-round interest. Hardy and adaptable, ideal for woodland gardens, shrub borders, foundation plantings, and ornamental landscapes. You will receive a healthy live field-grown plant approximately 12–15 inches wide.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou will receive:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1 live Rhododendron ‘Maxecat’ plant\u003cbr\u003eApproximately 12–15 inches wide field-grown size\u003cbr\u003eHealthy, rooted evergreen shrub\u003cbr\u003eMidseason pink flowering rhododendron\u003cbr\u003eSecure packaging for safe arrival\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCommon Name: Maxecat Rhododendron\u003cbr\u003eBotanical Name: Rhododendron ‘Maxecat’\u003cbr\u003ePlant Type: Evergreen flowering shrub\u003cbr\u003eGrowth Stage: Established field-grown plant\u003cbr\u003eSun Requirements: Filtered sun to full sun\u003cbr\u003eSoil: Acidic, moist, well-draining soil\u003cbr\u003eWatering: Moderate; maintain evenly moist soil\u003cbr\u003eMature Height: Approximately 6 feet in 10 years\u003cbr\u003eGrowth Habit: Dense evergreen shrub\u003cbr\u003eGrowth Rate: Moderate\u003cbr\u003eUSDA Zones: 6–8\u003cbr\u003eCold Hardiness: Hardy to approximately -5°F (-21°C)\u003cbr\u003eBloom Time: Midseason\u003cbr\u003eBloom Color: Pink with yellow blotch and dark pink spotting\u003cbr\u003eFoliage: Glossy dark green with red new stems\u003cbr\u003eContainer Friendly: Yes, while young and suitable for shaded patios\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant in acidic soil with organic mulch to maintain moisture and protect shallow roots. Light pruning immediately after flowering encourages fuller branching and maintains a tidy shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant Condition Disclosure\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLive plants may be shipped dormant, leafless, recently pruned, bare root, or partially defoliated depending on season, weather, and shipping requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNatural variation in size, branching, foliage density, color, root structure, and overall appearance should be expected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYou 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCustomer Notice for Live Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLive plants may experience normal shipping stress such as leaf loss, yellowing, wilting, or minor branch damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlease consider local weather before purchasing. Extreme heat, freezing temperatures, severe weather, shipping delays, or unattended packages may increase plant stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDue to the perishable nature of live plants, returns are generally not accepted. If there is an issue with your order, please contact us within \u003cstrong\u003e48 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e of delivery and provide the required photos for review.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhotos of the shipping box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhoto of the shipping label\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear photos of the plant from multiple angles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScratch test photos if the plant appears dead or dormant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDormant, stressed, defoliated, wilted, or transit-shocked plants are not automatically considered dead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eClaims submitted without the required photos or more than 48 hours after delivery may not be eligible for review, replacement, or refund.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"RhododendronsandMore","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52499606339716,"sku":null,"price":258.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1014\/5254\/6180\/files\/ListingShopify2_45_1a323e54-4661-489e-9aa9-fccc82a5e53f.jpg?v=1783660417","url":"https:\/\/nataliesbotanicalgarden.com\/products\/rhododendron-maxecat-evergreen-rhododendron-pink-midseason-blooms-12-15-inch-field-grown-plant-cold-hardy-shrub","provider":"Natalie's Botanical Garden","version":"1.0","type":"link"}