Rhododendron proteoides [Cecil Smith form]

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 1'-2'
W: 1'-2'

planting zones

7a-9a

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Rhododendron proteoides [Cecil Smith form] plant details

Rhododendron proteoides [Cecil Smith form] 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 - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhododendron proteoides [Cecil Smith form]

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen bronze and green
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
Flowers: pink and white blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, winter interest, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron proteoides [Cecil Smith form]

USDA Zones: 7a - 9a
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

White blushed rose flowers, crimson spotting.

By: Thompson's Nursery

It is very slow growing and difficult to propagate. R. protioides is one of the smallest (if not the smallest) of all rhododendrons. Handsome, small 1/2-1 inch leaves have rusty colored indumentum. Make sure R. proteoides has a humus rich soil with good drainage.