Rhododendron womersleyi

Also Known As

Vireya Rhododendron

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 3'-6'
W: 3'-6'

planting zones

10a-11

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Rhododendron womersleyi plant details

Rhododendron womersleyi is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring 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 womersleyi

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 6 FT - wide, 3 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: red blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, compact, rare, showy, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron womersleyi

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

Small but stiffly erect tropical evergreen shrubs. The glossy green leaves are quite small, elliptic to rounded in shape and densely arranged along the upright stems. The small bell-shaped flowers are deep red and quite attractive against the dark green foliage. A terrestrial species native to Papua New Guinea where it is found from 10,500 to 13,100.