Rhododendron 'One Thousand Butterflies'

Also Known As

Rhododendron '1000 Butterflies'

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 4'-6'
W: 4'-6'

planting zones

7b-9b

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Rhododendron 'One Thousand Butterflies' plant details

Rhododendron 'One Thousand Butterflies' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring cream, pink and red flowers emerge. 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 'One Thousand Butterflies'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: cream, pink and red blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron 'One Thousand Butterflies'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Spectacular, large trusses with 30 or more florets make this a statement rhododendron. Flowers have dark pink, ruffled margins with a lighter pink in the throat. The dorsal lobe sports a dark red blotch along with red spotting. Choice in every way.

By: Bloom River Gardens

This is a most attractive rhododendron, and one that we are very excited about. The flowers are a rich, bright rose color, with a lighter rose shading within. It has a cardinal red blotch and flare, in the shape of a butterfly. The plant grows upright, almost as wide as it is tall. The leaves are a dark yellowish-green, and when you see both of these together, it is a beautiful sight! ('Lem's Cameo' x 'Pink Petticoats')