Rhododendron alutaceum var. iodes

Also Known As

Rhododendron 'Iodes'

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 2'-4'
W: 2'-4'

planting zones

6a-9b

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Rhododendron alutaceum var. iodes plant details

Rhododendron alutaceum var. iodes is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with bronze and green foliage. In spring pink and white 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, average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhododendron alutaceum var. iodes

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen bronze and green
Mature size: 2 FT - 4 FT - wide, 2 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: pink and white blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, compact, winter interest, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron alutaceum var. iodes

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Has orangish indumentum on a smallish plant. Our plant is 20+ years old and is perhaps 2' tall. Flowers are white with a pinkish blush.

By: Gossler Farms

The name means rust-colored and that exactly describes the undersides of these lance-shaped leaves which are thickly coated with soft, downy indumentum. Like most of the Subsection Taliensia plants, the flowers are white with a tinge of pink and darker spotting and are carried in trusses of 8-12. You'll not see this beauty offered very often.