Rhododendron proteoides x macabeanum [best foliage form]
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 1'-4'
- W: 4'
planting zones
- 7a-9b
Rhododendron proteoides x macabeanum [best foliage form] plant details
Rhododendron proteoides x macabeanum [best foliage form] is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring cream and yellow 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 proteoides x macabeanum [best foliage form]
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: ericaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 4 FT wide, 1 FT - 4 FT - tall
- Flowers: cream and yellow blooms in spring
- Uses: border plant, woodland garden, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron proteoides x macabeanum [best foliage form]
- USDA Zones: 7a - 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
This cross just keeps getting better and better! Chosen by Roy Thompson as an improved foliage form.
By: Greer Gardens Inc.
Gardening facts about Rhododendron proteoides x macabeanum [best foliage form] plant
How to Grow Rhododendron proteoides x macabeanum [best foliage form]
Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture
Soil Needs
- acidic
- well-drained
- rich
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- cream
- yellow
Wildlife
- bees
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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Zones
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Size
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- mostly sun - dappled shade
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Zones
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Size
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- mostly sun - dappled shade
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Zones
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Size
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- mostly sun - dappled shade
- even moisture - regular
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 3'
- mostly sun - bright shade
- even moisture - regular
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Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
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Size
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Width: 2'-3'
- mostly sun - dappled shade
- regular
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