Rhododendron trichostomum 'Rae Berry'

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 2'-3'
W: 2'-3'

planting zones

6b-8b

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Rhododendron trichostomum 'Rae Berry' plant details

Rhododendron trichostomum 'Rae Berry' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring pink flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhododendron trichostomum 'Rae Berry'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron trichostomum 'Rae Berry'

USDA Zones: 6b - 8b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture

Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Tiny flowers, up to 3/4 of an inch, are narrowly tubular and are held in small trusses of up to 16 which may last a month. Equally small foliage is gray-green, about one-inch long and very narrow. With a twiggy habit one might mistake this plant for rosemary. Native to the higher elevations in Yunnan and Szechwan.