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Rhododendron cinnabarinum ssp. xanthocodon [Concatenans Group]

Also Known As

  • Rhododendron cinnabarinum Concatenans Group
  • Rhododendron cinnabarinum var. concatenans

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 5'-8'
  • W: 5'-8'

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Rhododendron cinnabarinum ssp. xanthocodon [Concatenans Group] plant details

Rhododendron cinnabarinum ssp. xanthocodon [Concatenans Group] is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with blue and green foliage. In spring apricot flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly 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 cinnabarinum ssp. xanthocodon [Concatenans Group]

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 5 FT - 8 FT - wide, 5 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: apricot blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, compact, fragrant foliage, rare, showy, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron cinnabarinum ssp. xanthocodon [Concatenans Group]

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Beautiful blue-green and fragrant foliage on this selection. A very ornamental plant with striking flowers and a compact, bushy habit. Best in light shade. These are grown from hand-pollinated seed of a clone with vermillion flowers (known as "L&S pink concatenans ") selfed.
This is one of the finest foliage plants available. 2 to 3" oval leaves are deep bluish green with a tinge of purple underneath. Bell shaped flowers are apricot yellow, sometimes lightly tinged on the outside with pale purple or deeper yellow.

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

Gardening facts about Rhododendron cinnabarinum ssp. xanthocodon [Concatenans Group] plant

How to Grow Rhododendron cinnabarinum ssp. xanthocodon [Concatenans Group]

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • apricot
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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