Rhododendron 'Laetevirens'

Also Known As

Rhododendron x laetevirens
Rhododendron Wilson

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 2'-3'
W: 3'-4'

planting zones

5b-8b

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Rhododendron 'Laetevirens' plant details

Rhododendron 'Laetevirens' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring pink and purple flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts bees and beneficial insects making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhododendron 'Laetevirens'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: pink and purple blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron 'Laetevirens'

USDA Zones: 5b - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

One of our more unusual hybrids this small lepidote has racemes of flowers instead of the standard truss. For the non plant geeks, the flower clusters are elongated along a stalk, rather than flowers bunched at the end of a stalk. Flowers are pale plum-mauve with light spotting. Flower calyx is long and brick red with hairs. It is a compact, hardy dwarf that will withstand the sun. (minus var. minus Carolinianum Group x ferrugineum)