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    Rhododendron glischrum

    Also Known As

    • Rhododendron glischrum ssp. glischrum

    Plant type

    shrub

    size

    • H: 5'-10'
    • W: 5'-10'

    planting zones

    • 7a-9b

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    Rhododendron glischrum plant details

    Rhododendron glischrum is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring pink, purple and white 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 water. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhododendron glischrum

    Plant type: shrub
    Plant family: ericaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 5 FT - 10 FT - wide, 5 FT - 10 FT - tall
    Flowers: pink, purple and white blooms in spring
    Uses: border plant, woodland garden, year round interest

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron glischrum

    USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
    Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
    Watering frequency: even moisture
    Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    From the 13,000 to 14,000 foot leval of the mountains of Tibet comes this Rhododendron with trusses of 10-15 bell shaped flowers that range from pink, white, or even a purple rose that are blotched or spotted with crimson. (HY, hy, Glschra)

    By: Greer Gardens Inc.

    Light pink flowrs with cherry center. Showy 'candles'. (var. cucullatum?)

    By: Thompson's Nursery

    Gardening facts about Rhododendron glischrum plant

    How to Grow Rhododendron glischrum

    • Sun Exposure

      • mostly sun - mostly shade

    • Water Needs

      • even moisture

    • Soil Needs

      • acidic
      • well-drained
      • rich

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • white
      • pink
      • purple

    • Wildlife

      • bees

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

    • Texture

      • fuzzy

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