Rhododendron dekatanum

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 2'-3'
W: 2'-3'

planting zones

7a-9b

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Rhododendron dekatanum plant details

Rhododendron dekatanum is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with blue and green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in acidic and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhododendron dekatanum

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, distinctive bark, rare, showy, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron dekatanum

USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Dwarf evergreen shrubs with smooth and peeling, red-brown bark. The gray-green leaves are distinctly ovate-oblong in shape and contrast nicely with the small, flattened, bell-shaped yellow flowers that appear in early spring. A very slow-growing and compact species that requires excellent drainage. Grown from hand-pollinated seed.