Photo of Rhododendron macrophyllum flower, foliage, form by Gary Battel

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Rhododendron macrophyllum

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 6'-12'
  • W: 12'

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Rhododendron macrophyllum plant details

Rhododendron macrophyllum is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring pink 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 macrophyllum

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 12 FT wide, 6 FT - 12 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron macrophyllum

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This species is the state flower of Washington, and among the finest of PNW natives. Large pink blooms cover this alluring, evergreen shrub in May, and can only be described as spectacular. S-PSh/M/Acid
Our native rhododendron has broadly campanulate, pink to rosy purple, occasionally white, flowers spotted yellow. The truss holds 10-20 flowers. The leaves are oblong to elliptic and up to nine inches long. Grows to five feet in 10 years. Blooms in mid to late spring. From western North America: British Columbia to California.
Blooms: spring, pink to rose purple/ evergreen foliage Zone 7-9. 5'-10', PNW, part shade-shade, moist, well drained
Our State Flower and native Rhododendron. 'Nuff said.
Smooth dark green leaves are lanced-shaped with pale underside. Bell shape flowers held in dome shape trusses of 20 or more. Colors range from rose purple, to pink shades and white.

Gardening facts about Rhododendron macrophyllum plant

How to Grow Rhododendron macrophyllum

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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