Rhododendron boothii

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 2'-5'
W: 2'-5'

planting zones

8a-9b

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Rhododendron boothii plant details

Rhododendron boothii is a slow-growing broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring yellow 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 boothii

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 5 FT - wide, 2 FT - 5 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, compact, container plant, rare, showy, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron boothii

USDA Zones: 8a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

An amazing and very distinct species from the temperate rainforests of the Eastern Himalaya. This virtually unknown species has remarkable stiff and leathery, narrowly heart-shaped leaves to around three inches long - each leaf covered with long silky silvery hairs. The new growth emerges bright red- purple and is complemented by the small, bright yellow flowers. Very slow-growing and requiring excellent drainage (the only place I have ever seen it growing in the wild is on the sides of maple trees, rooted into the bark). Not very hardy so best in a container in colder climates (Pacific NW for example!) but quite happy rootbound in a pot due to its epiphytic nature. A real beauty and very different from any other species.