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Rhododendron lacteum

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 10'-20'
W: 10'-20'

planting zones

6b-9b

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Rhododendron lacteum plant details

Rhododendron lacteum is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhododendron lacteum

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 10 FT - 20 FT - wide, 10 FT - 20 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron lacteum

USDA Zones: 6b - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture

Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

One of the most sought after species in the genus Rhododendron. Its huge trusses of yellow make it famous for having the finest flowers of its genus. The handsome foliage is large, to 8" long, oval, and strongly decorative in nature, being covered with a fawn colored felt-like indumentum underneath. It makes a magnificent bold looking plant and is one rhododendron that does better grafted than on its own roots. Flowers to 2" long, are wide funnel form, the pale yellow or sulphur white color occasionally tinged with pink or with a crimson blotch, sometimes flowering when quite young. (Hy, hy, Talenesia)