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Rhododendron burmanicum

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 6'-8'
  • W: 5'-8'

planting zones

  • 9a-10b

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Rhododendron burmanicum plant details

Rhododendron burmanicum is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with bronze and green foliage. In spring cream 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, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhododendron burmanicum

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen bronze and green
Mature size: 5 FT - 8 FT - wide, 6 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: cream and yellow blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, container plant, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron burmanicum

USDA Zones: 9a - 10b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Beautiful, sweetly scented yellow flowers bloom in the midst of golden brown leaves. The leaves are golden brown due to the scale on both sides. (RN, rn, Maddenia)

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

Yellow flowers.

Gardening facts about Rhododendron burmanicum plant

How to Grow Rhododendron burmanicum

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • bronze
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • cream
    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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