Rhododendron tuba

Also Known As

Vireya Rhododendron

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 4'-12'
W: 4'-12'

planting zones

10a-11

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Rhododendron tuba plant details

Rhododendron tuba is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring pink and white flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - shade 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 tuba

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 4 FT - 12 FT - wide, 4 FT - 12 FT - tall
Flowers: pink and white blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, easy-to-grow, rare, showy, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron tuba

USDA Zones: 10a - 11
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This upright shrubby species has white flushed pink, long and curved, trumpet-shaped flowers that hang in large clusters from the tips of the branches. This easily grown vireya reliably produces its stunning flowers each spring. The elliptic leaves are arranged in pseudo-whorls around the stem. Native to Papua New Guinea.