Rhododendron vaccinioides

Also Known As

Vireya Rhododendron

Plant type

shrub, groundcover

size

H: 6"-18"
W: 6"-18"

planting zones

9a-11

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Rhododendron vaccinioides plant details

Rhododendron vaccinioides is a slow-growing broadleaf evergreen groundcover shrub with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. 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 vaccinioides

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron vaccinioides

USDA Zones: 9a - 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

One of the mainland Asian vireyas, this very dwarf and slow-growing species grows on cliffs and in trees alongside nuttallii , megacalyx , etc. The very small and glossy, deep green leaves are its primary attraction since the white flowers that appear in early summer are among the smallest in the genus. From seed collected wild in the Sino-Himalaya. Great in a hanging basket or on an old stump or log.