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Rhododendron 'Lillian Peste'

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 2'
  • W: 2'

planting zones

  • 7a-9b

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Rhododendron 'Lillian Peste' plant details

Rhododendron 'Lillian Peste' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring coral 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. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhododendron 'Lillian Peste'

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron 'Lillian Peste'

USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Dark red-pink buds open to an interior of coral-pink rims and carrot-red throats and an exterior shaded pink. A very interesting flower in trusses of 25-30. (degronianum ssp. yakushimanum 'Koichiro Wada' x unnamed Whitney hybrid)

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

Gardening facts about Rhododendron 'Lillian Peste' plant

How to Grow Rhododendron 'Lillian Peste'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • coral
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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