Rhododendron latoucheae

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 6'-15'
W: 6'-15'

planting zones

6a-10b

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Rhododendron latoucheae plant details

Rhododendron latoucheae is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring lavender and pink flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with mostly sun and even moisture water. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhododendron latoucheae

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 FT - 15 FT - wide, 6 FT - 15 FT - tall
Flowers: lavender and pink blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, fragrant, rare, showy, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron latoucheae

USDA Zones: 6a - 10b
Sun exposure: mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Large upright evergreen shrubs with completely smooth stems and leaves (no indumentum or scales). The new growth emerges bronze-red before ripening to dark green foliage which is leathery and shiny. The fragrant pink to lavender flowers (mid-spring) are clustered at the ends of the branches and are usually spotted. They are widely funnel-shaped and similar in appearance to those of an azalea. This is a rarely offered (or cultivated) member of a very distinct group of species (Section Choniastrum). This species is native from 1,600 to 6,000 ft. over a wide area of S China and into Japan and Taiwan. Should have good heat tolerance. Our first offering in many years.