Rhododendron 'Silver Dust'

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 2'-3'
W: 2'-3'

planting zones

7b-10a

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Rhododendron 'Silver Dust' plant details

Rhododendron 'Silver Dust' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green and white foliage. In spring pink, red and white flowers emerge. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - dappled shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in acidic, average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhododendron 'Silver Dust'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green and white
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: pink, red and white blooms in spring
Uses: compact, floriferous, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron 'Silver Dust'

USDA Zones: 7b - 10a
Sun exposure: mostly sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer, rabbit and snail / slug, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Pink buds open a very pale pink fading to white within a few days and sporting a small red blotch at the base of the dorsal lobe. A prolific bloomer covering the densely packed leaves. New growth has a layer of velvet silver tomentum and tan indumentum.

By: Bloom River Gardens

Gardening facts about Rhododendron 'Silver Dust' plant

How to Grow Rhododendron 'Silver Dust'

Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - dappled shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- acidic
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant

Features

Foliage Color
- white
- green
Flower Color
- white
- pink
- red
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
- snail / slug resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen