Rhododendron nitidulum var. omeiense

Plant type

shrub

size

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

planting zones

6a-9b

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Rhododendron nitidulum var. omeiense plant details

Rhododendron nitidulum var. omeiense is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring purple flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhododendron nitidulum var. omeiense

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron nitidulum var. omeiense

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Dwarf evergreen shrubs with tiny and densely scaly leaves. The flowers of this rarely grown species are violet in color. A fine alpine species with a dense, twiggy habit and attractive small leaves. This variety known to occur only on Emei Shan (Mt. Omei) in W Sichuan, China where it is found on exposed cliffs near the top of the mountain.