Rhododendron x sikkimense

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 5'-12'
W: 4'-12'

planting zones

6a-9b

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Rhododendron x sikkimense plant details

Rhododendron x sikkimense is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring red 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 x sikkimense

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 4 FT - 12 FT - wide, 5 FT - 12 FT - tall
Flowers: red blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, compact, easy-to-grow, rare, showy, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron x sikkimense

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

This is a naturally occurring hybrid between two Himalayan species that often occur together in the wild – arboreum and thomsonii. Considered to be a distinct species by some authorities, this hybrid is often common where the two parent species grow together. It forms an attractive plant with intermediate characteristics illustrating the obvious influence of both parents. Usually with bright red flowers in mid-spring. Easily grown but rarely offered for sale. Grown from wild-collected seed.