Rhododendron Species

Rhododendronwardii

Family
Ericaceae (er-ek-AY-see-ee)
Genus
Rhododendron (roh-do-DEN-dron)
Species
wardii (WAR-dee-eye)
Synonym
Rhododendron astrocalyx
Rhododendron croceum
Rhododendron gloeoblastum
Rhododendron litiense
Rhododendron oresterum
Spacing
20-30 ft. (6-9 m)
Hardiness
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
Sun Exposure
USDA Zone 7a: to -17.7 °C (0 °F)
Danger
Sun to Partial Shade
Light Shade
Bloom Color
Parts of plant are poisonous if ingested
Bloom Time
Pale Yellow
Foliage
Late Spring/Early Summer
Other Details
Other details
Evergreen
Smooth
Textured
Seed Collecting
Category
From semi-hardwood cuttings
From hardwood cuttings
By stooling or mound layering
Patent Information
Foliage Color
Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds
Bloom Characteristics
Water Requirements
Where to Grow
Regional

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