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Rhododendron caucasicum

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 3'
  • W: 3'

planting zones

  • 6b-9b

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Rhododendron caucasicum plant details

Rhododendron caucasicum is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring cream 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.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhododendron caucasicum

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron caucasicum

USDA Zones: 6b - 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

Plant habit is compact and upright. Oblong foliage to 4" long, is smooth dull green above, with a light layer of fawn colored felt below. Flowers, to 1" long, either widely funnel or campanulate shaped, are held in full trusses of many blooms and are creamy white, yellowish tinted rose, or white tinged pink, spotted. (Hy, hy, Pontica)

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

Gardening facts about Rhododendron caucasicum plant

How to Grow Rhododendron caucasicum

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture

Features

  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Flower Color

    • cream
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • deer resistant
  • Foliage Color

    • green
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