Credit
Sharon A. Yiesla
Scientific Name
Rhododendron mucronulatum
Last Review
Features
Showy light purple to rosy pink flowers in early to mid spring; leaves are deciduous (shed in autumn), but they turn yellow and bronze before falling.
Culture
Partial to full shade; moist, well-drained soil is best; needs acid soil.
Notes
Alkaline soils will lead to chlorosis (yellowing) of the leaves.
Plant Type
Minimum Height
Height Value
3.00
Height Unit
Feet
Maximum Height
Height Value
6.00
Height Unit
Feet
Minimum Width
Width Value
3.00
Width Unit
Feet
Maximum Width
Width Value
6.00
Width Unit
Feet
Mature Form
Oval to rounded
Native Regions, Text
China, Korea and Japan
Soil Conditions
Foliage Color
Fall Foliage Color
Images
Image
picID
18534
Size
Exposure (Outdoor)
Uses
PlantID
425