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Rhododendron degronianum | Degronianum Rhododendron

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DESCRIPTION
Rhododendron degronianum is an evergreen rhododendron with thick, dark green leaves that are often felted beneath with a pale to tawny covering. New growth may show a lighter, woolly sheen before maturing. In late spring into early summer, rounded trusses of funnel- to bell-shaped flowers open soft pink and may pale toward white as they age, floating above the foliage.

Native to Japan, it grows in mountain forests and subalpine areas. Described in the 1800s, it is grown for refined foliage texture and dependable seasonal bloom. Its evergreen structure suits sheltered woodland borders and mixed rhododendron plantings in lightly shaded garden settings.

DESCRIPTION
Rhododendron degronianum is an evergreen rhododendron with thick, dark green leaves that are often felted beneath with a pale to tawny covering. New growth may show a lighter, woolly sheen before maturing. In late spring into early summer, rounded trusses of funnel- to bell-shaped flowers open soft pink and may pale toward white as they age, floating above the foliage.

Native to Japan, it grows in mountain forests and subalpine areas. Described in the 1800s, it is grown for refined foliage texture and dependable seasonal bloom. Its evergreen structure suits sheltered woodland borders and mixed rhododendron plantings in lightly shaded garden settings.

 

  • Family: Ericaceae
    Height: 2 to 8 ft
    Width: 3 to 8 ft
    Foliage color: Evergreen leaves — dark green on top with soft, felt-like undersides
    Flower color: Pale pink-to-white flowers, sometimes with subtle red spotting
    Bloom time: Mid spring
    Light requirements: Full sun to part shade
    Water requirements: Moderate
    Maintenance: Low — requires minimal pruning beyond removing spent blooms and shaping
    Growing zone: USDA zones 6a to 9b
    Wildlife attractors: Flowers attract bees and other pollinators; evergreen foliage provides shelter for birds

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