Rhododendron davidsonianum 'Ruth Lyons'

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 6'
W: 4'

planting zones

7a-9b

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Rhododendron davidsonianum 'Ruth Lyons' plant details

Rhododendron davidsonianum 'Ruth Lyons' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees and beneficial insects making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhododendron davidsonianum 'Ruth Lyons'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 4 FT wide, 6 FT tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, container plant, fragrant, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron davidsonianum 'Ruth Lyons'

USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Large upright to spreading evergreen shrubs. Easy and floriferous, tolerant of sun or shade, and relatively drought resistant once established. This is the very floriferous and slightly fragrant AM form with vibrant widely funnel-shaped deep rose flowers with magenta and golden flecks in mid-spring. Great with augustinii.

By: Rhododendron Species Botanical Garden

The most sought after form, the flowers are excellent, clear deep pink. This form has no lavender in the flower. It is interesting in that it becomes a more intense pink the longer it's in flower. This may be a polyploid.