Rhododendron carringtoniae

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 4'-5'
W: 4'-6'

planting zones

10a-12

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Rhododendron carringtoniae plant details

Rhododendron carringtoniae is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhododendron carringtoniae

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 4 FT - 5 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, fragrant, vireya, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron carringtoniae

USDA Zones: 10a - 12
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture

Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

[Terrestrial] Papua New Guinea 1,830–2,950m, 5,900–9,600'. Upright shrub to 4-5' for us. Attractive foliage provides a setting for the fragrant white flowers, trumpet shaped, held in an erect truss of 3-9.