Rhododendron rubiginosum affinity

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

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

planting zones

6a-9b

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Rhododendron rubiginosum affinity plant details

Rhododendron rubiginosum affinity is a broadleaf evergreen shrub or tree with green foliage. In spring cream, lavender and pink flowers emerge. 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 verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhododendron rubiginosum affinity

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron rubiginosum affinity

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Large, upright growing shrubs or small trees with very densely scaly foliage and young stems. The leaves and stems are fragrant when crushed or on a hot sunny day. The widely funnel-shaped flowers (mid-spring) range from various shades of pink or lavender to white flushed pink, usually with darker spots or a blotch. A very ornamental and easily grown species for sun or shade, providing a great display of flowers every spring. Quite variable over its extensive range in SW China and adjacent N Burma where it occurs in various habitats from 7,500 to 14,000 ft. Grown from seed collected in the wild far to the east of where this species had been known to occur – a major range extension.