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Bureau Rhododendron

Rhododendron Bureavii

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Overview

The Rhododendron bureavii, or Bureau Rhododendron, is prized for its striking evergreen foliage and distinctive, leathery leaves with a fuzzy, tan underside. Featuring clusters of bell-shaped, pink to white flowers, it reaches heights of 6-10 feet with a similar spread. Prefers partial shade and well-drained, acidic soil. Hardy in zones 7-9, it's excellent for adding texture and year-round interest to woodland settings and mixed borders.

Sun Half, ShadeWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 4–8Type Shrub

Bureau Rhododendron (Rhododendron Bureavii) — Native to the mountainous regions of China; pink and white flowers in the garden

Bureau Rhododendron (Rhododendron Bureavii) — the Rhododendron bureavii boasts a dense

Bureau Rhododendron (Rhododendron Bureavii) — leathery leaves with a fuzzy

Bureau Rhododendron (Rhododendron Bureavii) — it reaches heights of 6-10 feet with a similar spread

Bureau Rhododendron (Rhododendron Bureavii) — Prefers partial shade and well-drained, acidic soil; is prized for its striking evergreen foliage and distinctive

Bureau Rhododendron (Rhododendron Bureavii) — Applying a layer of mulch can help retain soil moisture and protect the roots

Bureau Rhododendron (Rhododendron Bureavii) — is prized for its striking evergreen foliage and distinctive

Culture

Sun: Half, Shade
Water: Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones: 4–8

Shape & size

Classification

Type: Shrub
Family: Ericaceae

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Bureau Rhododendron (Rhododendron Bureavii) — Native to the mountainous regions of China; pink and white flowers in the garden

Bureau Rhododendron (Rhododendron Bureavii) — the Rhododendron bureavii boasts a dense

Bureau Rhododendron (Rhododendron Bureavii) — leathery leaves with a fuzzy

Bureau Rhododendron (Rhododendron Bureavii) — it reaches heights of 6-10 feet with a similar spread

Bureau Rhododendron (Rhododendron Bureavii) — Prefers partial shade and well-drained, acidic soil; is prized for its striking evergreen foliage and distinctive

Bureau Rhododendron (Rhododendron Bureavii) — Applying a layer of mulch can help retain soil moisture and protect the roots

Bureau Rhododendron (Rhododendron Bureavii) — is prized for its striking evergreen foliage and distinctive

Bureau Rhododendron (Rhododendron Bureavii) — typically measuring about 2 to 3 inches across

Bureau Rhododendron (Rhododendron Bureavii) — is prized for its striking evergreen foliage and distinctive; it reaches heights of 6-10 feet with a similar

Bureau Rhododendron (Rhododendron Bureavii) — this evergreen shrub thrives in hardiness zones 7 through 9

Bureau Rhododendron (Rhododendron Bureavii) — leathery textures and a distinctive indumentum - a felt-like coating - on the underside

Bureau Rhododendron (Rhododendron Bureavii) — shrub with pink and white blooms

Bureau Rhododendron (Rhododendron Bureavii) — exudes a subtle fragrance and is attractive to pollinators

Bureau Rhododendron (Rhododendron Bureavii) — Featuring clusters of bell-shaped

Bureau Rhododendron (Rhododendron Bureavii) — Consider pairing with other shade-loving underplantings like ferns or hostas to create a lush

Bureau Rhododendron (Rhododendron Bureavii) — The leaves are particularly noteworthy

Bureau Rhododendron (Rhododendron Bureavii) — adding another layer of interest to your garden.<br><br>When planting Bureau Rhododendron

Bureau Rhododendron (Rhododendron Bureavii) — it's excellent for adding texture and year-round interest to woodland settings and mixed borders

Bureau Rhododendron (Rhododendron Bureavii) — is a captivating specimen renowned for its striking foliage and sumptuous floral displays

Bureau Rhododendron (Rhododendron Bureavii) — it reaches heights of 6-10 feet with a similar spread; applying a layer of mulch can help retain soil moisture

Bureau Rhododendron (Rhododendron Bureavii) — with clusters of delicate pink to white blossoms that contrast beautifully against the dark green foliage

Bureau Rhododendron (Rhododendron Bureavii) — select a location with dappled shade and well-draining

Bureau Rhododendron (Rhododendron Bureavii) — Featuring clusters of bell-shaped; typically measuring about 2 to 3 inches across

Bureau Rhododendron (Rhododendron Bureavii) — which starts out as a reddish-brown hue

Photographs by 4 contributors

BLM Oregon & Washington, CC BY 2.0 · source
Motohiro Sunouchi, CC BY 4.0 · source
Salicyna, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
RogerHyam, CC BY-SA 3.0 · source

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