Rhododendron 'Malahat'

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 5'
W: 5'

planting zones

7b-9a

More Options

Rhododendron 'Malahat' plant details

Rhododendron 'Malahat' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with bronze and green foliage. In spring red flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. 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. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhododendron 'Malahat'

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron 'Malahat'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This hybrid has brilliant red flowers showing a darker red blotch. Long, narrow, forest-green leaves have undersides of sparse, reddish indumentum. I have seen this plant described as being late flowering, but I have also seen it in full flower in British Columbia in late April! ('Gill's Triumph' x strigillosum)