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Also Known As

Rhododendron racemosum 'Racemosum'

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 3'-8'
W: 3'-8'

planting zones

7a-9b

9-12 inch | $30.75

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Rhododendron racemosum plant details

Rhododendron racemosum is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with burgundy and green foliage. In spring pink flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhododendron racemosum

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen burgundy and green
Mature size: 3 FT - 8 FT - wide, 3 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, container plant, dwarf, rare, red stems, showy, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron racemosum

USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular

Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A choice, small-statured plant that is literally covered with blossoms in early spring. In winter leaves turn a glossy mahogany.

By: Bloom River Gardens

Compact and small-leaved evergreen shrubs with white to pale or deep pink flowers in mid-spring. The attractive foliage is often blue-green on the upper surface with a glaucous white coating on the lower. Grown from seed collected in the wild in a newly explored region far to the east of where this species has ever been recorded. Bright red stems and wavy-margined leaves. Easy and tough in sun or light shade and drought tolerant once established.