Rhododendron hellwigii X konori

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 6'
W: 6'

planting zones

10a-12

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Rhododendron hellwigii X konori plant details

Rhododendron hellwigii X konori is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with chocolate and green foliage. In spring red flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. 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 hellwigii X konori

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron hellwigii X konori

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

This impressive hybrid deserves an impressive name. Strong growing with dramatic "felt" covered leaves, colored rusty brown. You don't have to wait for the first bloom for many years as with its parent species either. The blooms are large, deep rose-red (not pink) in a large truss. May be lightly fragrant.