Buy Rhododendron 'Chionoides'

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 4'-4'
W: 4'-5'

planting zones

6a-9b

6-9 inch | $34.75

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Fewer than 20 at Bloom River Gardens

9-12 inch | $40.75

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Fewer than 20 at Bloom River Gardens

15-18 inch | $70.75

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Rhododendron 'Chionoides' plant details

Rhododendron 'Chionoides' is a moderate-growing broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. 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. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhododendron 'Chionoides'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 4 FT - 5 FT - wide, 4 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, hedge, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron 'Chionoides'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

White, dome trusses cover the plant each season. Tolerant of sun and cold and used extensively in areas many other rhododendrons would not fare well.

By: Bloom River Gardens

Beautiful dense evergreen shrub with a compact habit and dark green leathery foliage. White flowers with a tinge of yellow appear in mid spring. Growth Rate slow

By: Garden World

A compact, dense form and evergreen leaves, 'Chionoides' is a useful accent plant. Flowers are white with yellow freckled throats appear in in late spring. The blooms are large and showy, sure to attract attention in a garden. 'Chionoides' is more sun tolerant than other rhodes but it still can use some relief from the afternoon sun.

By: The Kinsey Family Farm

Tolerant of the sun and cold, this compact hybrid grows beautifully even when planted in locations often considered too exposed for a rhododendron. A broad, dense cushion measuring 5-6' high develops as the plant matures. White, dome trusses are bright and numerous.