Rhododendron yongii

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 3'-9'
W: 2'-6'

planting zones

10a-12

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Rhododendron yongii plant details

Rhododendron yongii is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring red flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhododendron yongii

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 6 FT - wide, 3 FT - 9 FT - tall
Flowers: red blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, vireya, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron yongii

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 Epiphytic] North Borneo Shrub tall in the wild, much slower for us with elliptic leaves. The leaves are large and convex and very distinctive looking. Flowers are in trusses of 5-10, dark purplish-red with curved tubes.