Rhododendron alutaceum

Also Known As

Rhododendron alutaceum var. alutaceum

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 2'-5'
W: 2'-5'

planting zones

6b-9a

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Rhododendron alutaceum plant details

Rhododendron alutaceum is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring red and white flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhododendron alutaceum

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 5 FT - wide, 2 FT - 5 FT - tall
Flowers: red and white blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron alutaceum

USDA Zones: 6b - 9a
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture

Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Small, bushy, and attractive, but it seems to be slow to bloom. It has dark green round tipped leaves with dark brown indumentum. Bell shaped flowers are white, tinged pink with scarlet spots. If we had a symbol "Great Plant", this would get it!