Rhododendron 'Opal Luster'

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 5'-6'
W: 5'

planting zones

8a-9b

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Rhododendron 'Opal Luster' plant details

Rhododendron 'Opal Luster' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Features glossy 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 'Opal Luster'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 5 FT wide, 5 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron 'Opal Luster'

USDA Zones: 8a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Large buds open to reveal 15-16 large flowers reaching three-inches or more. They are widely funnel-shaped with wavy edges, white with a hint of yellow, pale pink edging, small red blotch in the throat, and on the reverse the midribs are a yellow-pink. Handsome looking flower.

By: Bloom River Gardens

These dense ruffled trusses are truly as named! Medium pink buds open to light pink-white flowers with a wavy edge. Nectaries are dark red with a yellow flush from the centers of the flowers and dissipating outward. Foliage is dark green, semi glossy and heavy on a large open growing shrub. You'll want this gem in your garden! ('Nancy Evans' x 'Percy Wiseman')