White-flower rhododendron
Rhododendron albiflorum
White-flower rhododendron is a challenging but rewarding native shrub that demands cool, acidic, consistently moist, and well-drained soil rich in organic matter. It is best suited to mountain or subalpine garden conditions and does not tolerate heat, drought, or alkaline soils. Amend planting sites generously with peat or pine bark and avoid disturbing the shallow root system.
Toxicity Warning
Known to be toxic to dogs, cats, horses.
Care Level
High
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
24″ – 72″
Soil
sandy loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
48″
Watering Schedule
Every 5-7 Days • Water Deeply And Consistently To Keep Soil Evenly Moist But Never Waterlogged; Avoid Allowing Roots To Dry Out
Soil pH
4.5 – 6.5
Temperature
-25° – 95°F
Mature Spread
up to 60″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Coarse
Propagation: Seed, Division, Cutting
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Jul 25, 2005 by EOL − Steven J. Baskauf (cc-by-nc-sa)
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