Rhododendron facetum

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 6'-20'
W: 6'-20'

planting zones

8a-9b

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Rhododendron facetum plant details

Rhododendron facetum is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with chocolate and green foliage. In summer red flowers emerge. Features fuzzy 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 verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhododendron facetum

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen chocolate and green
Mature size: 6 FT - 20 FT - wide, 6 FT - 20 FT - tall
Flowers: red blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, rare, showy, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron facetum

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

Large shrubs with magnificent bright red flowers in early summer. The extremely attractive new foliage emerges in mid-summer with a dense coating of reddish brown to silvery indumentum. These are grown from seed collected in the wild. One of the most striking foliage plants in the genus.