Rhododendron 'Orange Marmalade'

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 3'-5'
W: 3'-6'

planting zones

6b-9b

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Rhododendron 'Orange Marmalade' plant details

Rhododendron 'Orange Marmalade' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring orange 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 'Orange Marmalade'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 6 FT - wide, 3 FT - 5 FT - tall
Flowers: orange blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron 'Orange Marmalade'

USDA Zones: 6b - 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

Delightful, lax orange trusses have a slight salmon-pink hue after emerging from dark red buds. Flowers mature to rich amber-yellow. Was known as 'Orange Bells'. (degronianum ssp. yakushimanum x 'Mrs. Lammot Copeland')