Album Rhododendron
Rhododendron catawbiense 'Album'
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In growth
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In bloom
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Planting Guide
| Spacing | 6-8 ft apart |
|---|---|
| Planting depth | Crown slightly above soil level |
| Chilling hours | 0 |
| Life expectancy | 40+ years |
| Growth rate | Slow |
| Bed | To Be Sorted |
Growing Conditions
| Sun | Partial Shade |
|---|---|
| Water | Average to High |
| Soil type | Acidic, rich, well-draining. |
| Soil pH | 4.5-5.5 |
| Zones | 4-8 |
| Native status | Cultivar |
Appearance
| Type | Shrub |
|---|---|
| Leaf | Elliptic (Oval tapering ends) |
| Foliage colour | Dark green |
| Bloom | White with greenish-yellow blotch |
| Fruit | Capsule |
| Evergreen | Evergreen |
Root System
| System | Fibrous/Adventitious Systems |
|---|---|
| Morphology | Fine Roots (< 2 mm) |
| Function | Absorptive Roots (Lower Orders) |
| Propagation | Stem cuttings |
Wildlife & Safety
| Attracts | Bees, butterflies, hummingbirds |
|---|---|
| Deer | Not Resistant |
| Toxicity | Toxic to Humans & Pets |
| Edibility | Toxic |
| Companions | Azaleas, Ferns, Hostas, Pieris |
Where it came from
| Grower | Home Depot |
|---|---|
| Bought at | Home Depot |
Care
Ensure soil stays consistently moist, particularly in the summer.
Maintenance
Prune immediately after flowering to maintain shape.
Cleanup
Replenish acidic mulch before winter to protect roots.
Notes
Very hardy selection. Clifton Park's 1000+ winter chill hours are well tolerated.