Rhododendron rarum

Also Known As

Vireya Rhododendron

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 2'-3'
W: 2'-3'

planting zones

10a-11

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Rhododendron rarum plant details

Rhododendron rarum is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring pink and red 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 rarum

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: pink and red blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, compact, container plant, rare, showy, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron rarum

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

An unusual species with pendulous thin branches and small, extremely narrow, lanceolate leaves. The curving bell-shaped pink to reddish flowers hang in pairs. Great in a hanging basket. These are grown from seed collected in the wild - a great opportunity for the collector!