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    Rhododendron roxieanum

    Also Known As

    • Rhododendron globigerum
    • Rhododendron roxieanum var. roxieanum

    Plant type

    shrub

    size

    • H: 3'-8'
    • W: 3'-8'

    planting zones

    • 6a-9b

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    Rhododendron roxieanum plant details

    Rhododendron roxieanum 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, rich and well-drained soil.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhododendron roxieanum

    Plant type: shrub
    Plant family: ericaceae
    Foliage: evergreen bronze and green
    Mature size: 3 FT - 8 FT - wide, 3 FT - 8 FT - tall
    Flowers: pink and white blooms in spring
    Uses: border plant, indumentum, woodland garden, year round interest

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron roxieanum

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

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    White to pink flowers with crimson spotting.

    By: Thompson's Nursery

    Oblong leaves are deep green, covered with cinnamon indumentum. New foliage has white tomentum which gradually turns into shades of tan. Bell-shaped flowers are white, faintly tinged rose.

    By: Briggs Plant Propagators

    Has amazing rusty hairs on dark green leaves. This rhododendron is grown primarily for its handsome foliage. The flowers are soft pink to white in April - May.

    By: Gossler Farms

    Gardening facts about Rhododendron roxieanum plant

    How to Grow Rhododendron roxieanum

    • Sun Exposure

      • mostly sun - mostly shade

    • Water Needs

      • even moisture - regular

    • Soil Needs

      • acidic
      • well-drained
      • rich

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • bronze
      • green

    • Flower Color

      • white
      • pink

    • Wildlife

      • bees

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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