Resilient Red Blooms that Thrives in Tough Climates

Meet the most vivid addition to the renowned Holden series: Holden’s™ Red Hybrid Rhododendron. This dense, spreading evergreen bursts into bloom each May with large, ruffled red flowers that feature a soft, lighter center. Its eye-catching buds add color through winter, setting the stage for a springtime explosion of red.

Built to thrive in tough conditions, Holden’s™ Red has been rigorously tested for high resistance to both cold and disease, especially Phytophthora cinnamomi (cinnamon fungus). It’s reliably hardy down to -20°F (Zone 5), making it one of the most dependable Rhododendrons for northern gardens.

Its thick, glossy evergreen leaves provide texture and year-round interest, but they also act as a perfect backdrop for those brilliant red blooms. This combination of showy floral display and rich foliage makes it a great choice for hedges, woodland edges, and mixed shrub borders. It’s equally stunning as a stand-alone specimen or planted in groups for dramatic color impact.

Holden’s™ Red is even pollinator-friendly, drawing in butterflies and hummingbirds. Whether used to brighten up shaded corners or anchor a foundation bed, this cold-tolerant variety delivers dependable performance and unforgettable seasonal color, year after year. Grow yours today!