Rhododendron 'English Roseum'

Also Known As

Rhododendron 'Roseum Pink'
Rhododendron x 'English Roseum'
English Roseum Rhododendron

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 6'-8'
W: 6'-8'

planting zones

5a-9b

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Rhododendron 'English Roseum' plant details

Rhododendron 'English Roseum' is a fast-growing broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees and beneficial insects making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhododendron 'English Roseum'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 FT - 8 FT - wide, 6 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron 'English Roseum'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Dense, mound-forming evergreen shrub. Mid-spring blooms are a light rose-lilac color.

By: Garden World

Rose-lavender flowers with light-colored stamens open in spring. Glossy, recurved leaves form the backdrop of this "ironclad" selection.

By: Bloom River Gardens

This vigorous hybrid is tolerant of extremes in cold, heat and humidity. It has interesting, plentiful, smooth, glossy leaves that roll slightly at the leaf margin. The flowers are a soft rosy-lavender that cover the plant with a lavender glow.

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

This rhododendron is a staple of landscapes in the Northeast thanks to its ironclad hardiness and willingness to perform reliably in blazing sun and high humidity. The rose-pink flowers are abundant in late midseason. 6' x 6'

By: Briggs Plant Propagators

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How to Grow Rhododendron 'English Roseum'

Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- acidic
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant