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Rhododendron protistum

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

  • H: 7'-50'
  • W: 7'-50'

planting zones

  • 8b-10b

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Rhododendron protistum plant details

Rhododendron protistum is a broadleaf evergreen shrub or tree with green foliage. In spring pink and white flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhododendron protistum

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 7 FT - 50 FT - wide, 7 FT - 50 FT - tall
Flowers: pink and white blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, rare, showy, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron protistum

USDA Zones: 8b - 10b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer, rabbit and snail / slug
Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Creamy white blushed rose flowers.

Gardening facts about Rhododendron protistum plant

How to Grow Rhododendron protistum

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
    • snail / slug resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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