Rhododendron pseudochrysanthum

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 1'-3'
W: 2'-3'

planting zones

6a-9b

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Rhododendron pseudochrysanthum plant details

Rhododendron pseudochrysanthum is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees 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.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhododendron pseudochrysanthum

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 1 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, container plant, rare, showy, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron pseudochrysanthum

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Dark pink buds open to reveal trusses of two-inch long, bell-shaped flowers. A compact growing shrub with glossy dark green leaves with silvery-green on the undersides.

By: Bloom River Gardens

An easily grown and very attractive species from the mountains of Taiwan with a dense dwarf mounding habit and beautiful foliage. White flushed pink flowers in mid-spring, hardy and relatively heat tolerant. A beautiful all-around species and great in a container. Silvery new foliage on this compact selection.

By: Rhododendron Species Botanical Garden

Dense leaves are slightly hairy underneath and dark green on top. Bell shaped flowers, dark pink in bud and open pale pink to white in trusses of 9-20. Compact habit.