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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. 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
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!

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

Gardening facts about Rhododendron alutaceum plant

How to Grow Rhododendron alutaceum

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture

Features

  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Flower Color

    • white
    • red
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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