Rhododendron 'Amber Waves'

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 4'
W: 4'

planting zones

6b-9a

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Rhododendron 'Amber Waves' plant details

Rhododendron 'Amber Waves' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring pink and yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in acidic and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhododendron 'Amber Waves'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 4 FT wide, 4 FT tall
Flowers: pink and yellow blooms in spring
Uses: woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron 'Amber Waves'

USDA Zones: 6b - 9a
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: acidic and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Some may describe this as more of a yellow primary color, but I'll concentrate on the edging. Either way it is a stunning combination with frilly pink edging giving way to a yellow dominated throat and highlighted with prominent dark red spotting on the upper lobes. All forming a nice ball-shaped truss atop a bed of dark green leaves. Another winner from Jim Barlup. Until I can get a picture in the spring there is a nice photo on the hirsutum site.