Rhododendron valentinianum aff./var. oblongilobatum aff./species nova?

Plant type

shrub

size

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

planting zones

5a-9b

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Rhododendron valentinianum aff./var. oblongilobatum aff./species nova? plant details

Rhododendron valentinianum aff./var. oblongilobatum aff./species nova? is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun 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 valentinianum aff./var. oblongilobatum aff./species nova?

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron valentinianum aff./var. oblongilobatum aff./species nova?

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The most compact-growing and dwarf representation of this very confusing species complex – this is the “alpine form” as known from the top of the highest mountain in N Vietnam. Masses of deep yellow waxy flowers with hairy, deeply bullate, glossy green leaves. Much smaller and more compact than its close relative from just across the Red River in S Yunnan – the newly named valentinioides. Smooth and peeling reddish-brown bark. So far, this has proven to be quite hardy for a Maddenia. A stunning foliage plant with the darkest yellow flowers I have seen in a rhododendron. Grown from seed collected in the wild. A truly dwarf, deep yellow-flowered, and relatively hardy Maddenia. Sure to be one of our most popular introductions in years to come.