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Rhododendron orbiculare | Round-leaved Rhododendron

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DESCRIPTION
Rhododendron orbiculare is an evergreen species with large, rounded leaves, and a smooth, leathery surface. In mid to late spring, it produces loose trusses of bell-shaped flowers in soft pink to rose shades, often with darker spotting or markings in the throat. The blooms appear just above the foliage, adding seasonal interest as the garden moves toward early summer.

Native to southwestern China, Rhododendron orbiculare occurs naturally in forest margins and open woodland at higher elevations. The combination of rounded leaves, spring flowering, and evergreen structure makes it well suited to woodland gardens, sheltered borders, and specimen plantings where leaf form is appreciated year-round.

DESCRIPTION
Rhododendron orbiculare is an evergreen species with large, rounded leaves, and a smooth, leathery surface. In mid to late spring, it produces loose trusses of bell-shaped flowers in soft pink to rose shades, often with darker spotting or markings in the throat. The blooms appear just above the foliage, adding seasonal interest as the garden moves toward early summer.

Native to southwestern China, Rhododendron orbiculare occurs naturally in forest margins and open woodland at higher elevations. The combination of rounded leaves, spring flowering, and evergreen structure makes it well suited to woodland gardens, sheltered borders, and specimen plantings where leaf form is appreciated year-round.

 

  • Family: Ericaceae
    Height: 4 to 6 ft
    Width: 4 to 6 ft
    Foliage color: Evergreen deep green rounded to broadly oval leaves
    Flower color: Rose-pink to pink blooms in loose trusses
    Bloom time: Mid to late spring
    Light requirements: Full sun to part shade
    Water requirements: Moderate
    Maintenance: Low to moderate — little pruning needed beyond removing spent flowers
    Growing zone: USDA zones 7a to 10b
    Wildlife attractors: Flowers attract bees and other pollinators; evergreen foliage provides shelter and cover for birds and small wildlife

    This plant can be seen at the Rhododendron Species Botanical Garden.

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