Rhododendron degronianum ssp. yakushimanum 'Mist Maiden'

Also Known As

Rhododendron ssp. yakushimanum 'Mist Maiden'
Rhododendron yakushimanum 'Mist Maiden'

Plant type

shrub

size

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

planting zones

5a-8b

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Rhododendron degronianum ssp. yakushimanum 'Mist Maiden' plant details

Rhododendron degronianum ssp. yakushimanum 'Mist Maiden' 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 degronianum ssp. yakushimanum 'Mist Maiden'

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron degronianum ssp. yakushimanum 'Mist Maiden'

USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture

Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

One of the larger forms, selected as being outstanding by the well known rhododendron authority David Leach. The large flowers are apple blossom pink and turn snowy white. Luscious foliage is covered on the underside with woolly golden honey brown indumentum. When the new growth occurs after the flowers fall, it is covered with soft white wool which gradually washes off of the upper side of the leaves as it turns golden brown on the lower leaf surface.

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

This R. yakushimanum selection offers bright pink buds, ball-shaped trusses of purplish-pink flowers that mature pure white, silvery new growth, and relatively large leaves covered beneath with fawn indumentum. Midseason bloom. Vigorous by the standards of the species, with a broad spreading habit.