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    Rhododendron catacosmum

    Plant type

    shrub

    size

    • H: 4'-8'
    • W: 4'-8'

    planting zones

    • 7a-10b

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    Rhododendron catacosmum plant details

    Rhododendron catacosmum is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with chocolate and green foliage. In spring red flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with bright shade - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhododendron catacosmum

    Plant type: shrub
    Plant family: ericaceae
    Foliage: evergreen chocolate and green
    Mature size: 4 FT - 8 FT - wide, 4 FT - 8 FT - tall
    Flowers: red blooms in spring
    Uses: border plant, compact, showy, woodland garden, year round interest

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron catacosmum

    USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
    Sun exposure: bright shade - mostly shade
    Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
    Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Deep crimson flowers.

    By: Thompson's Nursery

    A small growing (4') member of the neriiflorum series. Leaves are 4 inches long that are dark green on top and have dark brown indumentum. The lovely flowers are crimson to rose in spring.

    By: Gossler Farms

    Gardening facts about Rhododendron catacosmum plant

    How to Grow Rhododendron catacosmum

    • Sun Exposure

      • bright shade - mostly shade

    • Water Needs

      • even moisture - regular

    • Soil Needs

      • acidic
      • well-drained
      • rich

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green
      • chocolate

    • Flower Color

      • red

    • Wildlife

      • bees

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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