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Rhododendron columbianum
Also Known As
- Ledum glandulosum
- Rhododendron neoglandulosum
- Rhododendron x columbianum (neoglandulosum)
- Mountain Labrador-tea
- Pacific Trapper's Tea
Plant type
shrub, aquatic
size
- H: 2'-3'
- W: 3'-4'
planting zones
- 3a-9b
Rhododendron columbianum plant details
Rhododendron columbianum is a broadleaf evergreen aquatic shrub with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhododendron columbianum
- Plant type: aquatic shrub
- Plant family: ericaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in spring
- Uses: border plant, fragrant, woodland garden, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron columbianum
- USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
- Resistant to: deer, rabbit and snail / slug, verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained
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How to Grow Rhododendron columbianum
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- acidic
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
Wildlife
- deer resistant
- snail / slug resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glossy
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- mostly sun - mostly shade
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Size
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- even moisture - regular
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Zones
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- even moisture - regular
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Zones
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- even moisture - regular
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