Rhododendron Species
Rhododendronpachysanthum

Family: Ericaceae (er-ek-AY-see-ee)
Genus: Rhododendron (roh-do-DEN-dron)
Species: pachysanthum (pak-ee-SAN-thum)

Height

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
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