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Plant type

shrub

size

H: 6'-8'
W: 6'-10'

planting zones

6b-9b

6-9 inch | $34.75

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Rhododendron 'Taurus' plant details

Rhododendron 'Taurus' is a moderate-growing broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring red flowers emerge. 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 'Taurus'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 FT - 10 FT - wide, 6 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: red blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron 'Taurus'

USDA Zones: 6b - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Bright red flowers forming dense trusses on dark forest green leaves. Leaves are held an extra year giving this "strong boned" plant an even denser look. Often requested.

By: Bloom River Gardens

The Taurus is a spectacular Rhododendron with Glowing red blooms from early to mid season. Growth Rate medium

By: Garden World

'Taurus' grows to be a magnificent shrub, vigorous and full in shape. Deep green pointed leaves are held on the plant for three years giving a richly clothed appearance. In winter, deep red buds adorn the branches. Globular trusses are made of glowing red campanulate flowers with black speckling on the upper petal. 'Taurus' is a great plant and that's no bull! ('Jean Marie de Montague' x strigillosum)

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

Magnificent, pure red trusses in early midseason. One of the most popular cultivars among our customers in the Pacific Northwest. Shy on buds at a young age, but a little patience pays big dividends. 6' x 8'.