Rhododendron poilanei

Also Known As

Vireya Rhododendron

Plant type

shrub, groundcover

size

H: 6"-18"
W: 12"-24"

planting zones

8b-10b

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Rhododendron poilanei plant details

Rhododendron poilanei is a broadleaf evergreen groundcover shrub with green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge. Features glossy 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 poilanei

Plant type: groundcover shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 6 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, compact, rare, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron poilanei

USDA Zones: 8b - 10b
Sun exposure: mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

First introduction into cultivation. This is another of the mainland Asian species of vireya which grow together with other hardy species and familiar trees and shrubs such as oaks and maples. This is an almost prostrate species that grew on vertical cliff faces and has the strangest growth habit (for a vireya) of growing along the top of the container – both above and below the soil line - and popping up and out on the edges (like a groundcover). Tiny glossy leaves and deep yellow single flowers. Should have some hardiness.