Rhododendron Species

Rhododendronpachysanthum

Family
Ericaceae (er-ek-AY-see-ee)
Genus
Rhododendron (roh-do-DEN-dron)
Species
pachysanthum (pak-ee-SAN-thum)
Synonym
Spacing
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Hardiness
4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)
Sun Exposure
USDA Zone 6a: to -23.3 °C (-10 °F)
USDA Zone 6b: to -20.5 °C (-5 °F)
USDA Zone 7a: to -17.7 °C (0 °F)
USDA Zone 7b: to -14.9 °C (5 °F)
USDA Zone 8a: to -12.2 °C (10 °F)
USDA Zone 8b: to -9.4 °C (15 °F)
Danger
Sun to Partial Shade
Bloom Color
Parts of plant are poisonous if ingested
Bloom Time
Pale Pink
White/Near White
Foliage
Mid Spring
Late Spring/Early Summer
Other Details
Other details
Grown for foliage
Evergreen
Provides Winter Interest
Seed Collecting
Category
From seed; sow indoors before last frost
By grafting
Patent Information
Foliage Color
Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds
Bloom Characteristics
Water Requirements
Where to Grow
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Winnetka, Illinois

Brookings, Oregon

Harbor, Oregon

Wynnewood, Pennsylvania

Easley, South Carolina

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St. John's, NL (Zone 5b) | November 2004 | positive

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