Rhododendron 'Blue Ox'
Also Known As
- Rhododendron campanulatum ssp aeruginosum 'Blue Ox'
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 4'
- W: 4'
planting zones
- 6a-9b
Rhododendron 'Blue Ox' plant details
Rhododendron 'Blue Ox' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with blue foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Features fuzzy and glaucous texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhododendron 'Blue Ox'
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: ericaceae
- Foliage: evergreen blue
- Mature size: 4 FT wide, 4 FT tall
- Flowers: white blooms in spring
- Uses: border plant, woodland garden, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron 'Blue Ox'
- USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
- Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
This blue foliaged shrub has some of the finest foliage of any rhododendron. The new leaves are rich blue and turn deep green with fawn indumentums.
By: Gossler Farms
Gardening facts about Rhododendron 'Blue Ox' plant
How to Grow Rhododendron 'Blue Ox'
Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- blue
Flower Color
- white
Wildlife
- bees
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glaucous
- fuzzy
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 4'-6'
- mostly sun - dappled shade
- even moisture - regular
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
Height: 2'-3'
Width: 3'-4'
- mostly sun - dappled shade
- even moisture - regular
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 4'-6'
- mostly sun - dappled shade
- even moisture - regular
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Zones
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Size
Height: 3'
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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