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Rhododendron 'Butterfly'

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 4'-6'
  • W: 4'-6'

planting zones

  • 6b-9b

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Rhododendron 'Butterfly' plant details

Rhododendron 'Butterfly' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in acidic and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhododendron 'Butterfly'

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron 'Butterfly'

USDA Zones: 6b - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Light yellow flowers with red spotting maturing to white against a backdrop of glossy dark green foliage of this award winning plant. Tidy and neat plant habit makes this a welcome addition to the garden.
Light yellow flowers with red spotting on an attractive award winning plant with its glossy dark green foliage and nice plant habit. Its flowers mature to a clear white. (campylocarpum x 'Mrs Milner')

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

Gardening facts about Rhododendron 'Butterfly' plant

How to Grow Rhododendron 'Butterfly'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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