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Also Known As

  • Rhododendron 'Cheiranthifolium'
  • Rhododendron 'Ponticum Variegatum'

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 4'-6'
  • W: 4'-8'

planting zones

  • 5b-9b

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Rhododendron ponticum 'Variegatum' plant details

Rhododendron ponticum 'Variegatum' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with blue, variegated and white foliage. In spring lavender and pink 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 ponticum 'Variegatum'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue, variegated and white
Mature size: 4 FT - 8 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: lavender and pink blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, foundation plant, showy, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron ponticum 'Variegatum'

USDA Zones: 5b - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Wide funnel-shaped flowers are dark red-purple held in trusses of 10-15. Narrow leaves, sometimes 9-inches long, are dark glossy green.
Orchid-pink to lavender flowers.

Gardening facts about Rhododendron ponticum 'Variegatum' plant

How to Grow Rhododendron ponticum 'Variegatum'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • white
    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • pink
    • lavender
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • fuzzy
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