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Rhododendron yuefengense

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 2'-4'
W: 2'-4'

planting zones

7a-9b

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Rhododendron yuefengense plant details

Rhododendron yuefengense is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge. Grows well with bright shade - 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 yuefengense

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 4 FT - wide, 2 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, compact, container plant, rare, showy, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron yuefengense

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A new species from the species foundation. Seems to be smaller and slower than R. orbiculare. Foliage similar (lovely) and the flowers are lighter color than R. orbicular.

By: Gossler Farms

A new and very exciting species in cultivation. This is, in general appearance, a dwarf and compact version of the well-known species orbiculare and has similar rounded leaves. The leaves are much thicker and more firm in texture than that familiar species and the petiole is quite short and wide. Bright glaucous blue-green new growth - a really amazing foliage plant. Funnel-bell-shaped pink flowers in early summer - quite a late-blooming species and flowering from a very young age. Seems to be hardy (surviving in sheltered areas on the east coast!) and best in very light shade or morning sun. You will love this plant.