Rhododendron caliginis

Also Known As

Vireya Rhododendron

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 1'-3'
W: 1'-3'

planting zones

10a-11

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Rhododendron caliginis plant details

Rhododendron caliginis is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with chocolate and green foliage. In spring white 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 caliginis

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen chocolate and green
Mature size: 1 FT - 3 FT - wide, 1 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, compact, container plant, rare, showy, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron caliginis

USDA Zones: 10a - 11
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 terrific pendulous species with extremely narrow olive-green leaves covered with golden-brown scales. The new foliage emerges golden- brown and the white pendulous flowers are covered with the same scales. Great in a hanging basket.