Rhododendron oreodoxa var. fargesii

Also Known As

Rhododendron erubescens
Rhododendron fargesii
RHODODENDRON

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 5'-12'
W: 5'-12'

planting zones

5a-9b

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Rhododendron oreodoxa var. fargesii plant details

Rhododendron oreodoxa var. fargesii is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring pink 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, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhododendron oreodoxa var. fargesii

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 5 FT - 12 FT - wide, 5 FT - 12 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron oreodoxa var. fargesii

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: acidic, average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Though rarely seen, this 5' upright shrub produces a prolific crop of white to rosy-lilac, 2" bell-shaped flowers early in the season (removing old flower heads helps flower production); from 7-13,000' in China. S-PSh/M

By: Forestfarm

Light to deep pink, heavily spotted rose.

By: Thompson's Nursery

Originally from The Species Foundation. If you haven't been in Federal Way, WA its an amazing garden. Anyway, this species is usually in bloom in February with rich pink flowers. Our plant is 12'x12'.