Credit
Sharon A. Yiesla
Scientific Name
Rhododendron calendulaceum
Last Review
Features
Showy flowers (color depends on cultivar selected) in late spring; flowers have no fragrance; autumn color is a very mild yellow; leaves are deciduous (shed in autumn).
Culture
Partial to full shade; moist, well-drained soil is best, but will tolerate some dryness; needs acid soil.
Notes
<p>Rhododendron and azaleas both fall into the genus <EM>Rhododendron.</EM> For more information on rhododendrons visit the American Rhododendron Society website <A href="http://www.rhododendron.org/">www.rhododendron.org</A></P>
Plant Type
Minimum Height
Height Value
4.00
Height Unit
Feet
Maximum Height
Height Value
9.00
Height Unit
Feet
Minimum Width
Width Value
6.00
Width Unit
Feet
Maximum Width
Width Value
12.00
Width Unit
Feet
Mature Form
Rounded to slightly broad rounded
Native Regions, Text
United States
Soil Conditions
Foliage Color
Fall Foliage Color
Exposure (Outdoor)
Uses
PlantID
422