Rhododendron pachypodum

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 3'-12'
W: 3'-12'

planting zones

8b-9b

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Rhododendron pachypodum plant details

Rhododendron pachypodum is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring pink, white and 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 pachypodum

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 12 FT - wide, 3 FT - 12 FT - tall
Flowers: pink, white and yellow blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, compact, distinctive bark, floriferous, rare, showy, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron pachypodum

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A rarely cultivated member of subsection Maddenia. This is a relatively compact to open-growing evergreen shrub with peeling reddish brown bark. The large openly funnel-shaped flowers are white, rose or white flushed pink, typically with a yellow to brownish blotch. This species is closely related to the well-known R. ciliicalyx and includes the former species scottianum & supranubium . Requires excellent drainage but a strong grower and very floriferous once established. From seed collected in the wild.