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Rhododendron smirnowii

Also Known As

  • Turkish Rhododendron

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 5'-8'
  • W: 5'-8'

planting zones

  • 5b-8b

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Rhododendron smirnowii plant details

Rhododendron smirnowii is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring purple 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 smirnowii

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 5 FT - 8 FT - wide, 5 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron smirnowii

USDA Zones: 5b - 8b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Pale to deep rosy purple.

Gardening facts about Rhododendron smirnowii plant

How to Grow Rhododendron smirnowii

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • purple
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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