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Western Labrador Tea

Rhododendron Columbianum

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Overview

Rhododendron columbianum, commonly known as Western Labrador Tea, is an evergreen shrub native to North America. Typically reaching 1.5-5 feet in height, this hardy plant thrives in zones 5-8. It features leathery green leaves and clusters of showy, pale-yellow flowers blooming in late spring to early summer. Preferring acidic, well-drained soils, it's ideal for boggy areas and woodland gardens, offering year-round interest and native appeal.

Sun Half, ShadeWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 9–10
Western Labrador Tea (Rhododendron Columbianum) — commonly known as Western Labrador Tea
Western Labrador Tea (Rhododendron Columbianum) — is an evergreen shrub native to North AmericaWestern Labrador Tea (Rhododendron Columbianum) — Typically reaching 1.5-5 feet in height, this hardy plant thrives in zones 5-8Western Labrador Tea (Rhododendron Columbianum) — It features leathery green leaves and clusters of showyWestern Labrador Tea (Rhododendron Columbianum) — pale-yellow flowers blooming in late spring to early summerWestern Labrador Tea (Rhododendron Columbianum) — it's ideal for boggy areas and woodland gardensWestern Labrador Tea (Rhododendron Columbianum) — offering year-round interest and native appeal+14

Culture

Sun
Half, Shade
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
9–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Ericaceae

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Western Labrador Tea (Rhododendron Columbianum) — commonly known as Western Labrador Tea
Western Labrador Tea (Rhododendron Columbianum) — is an evergreen shrub native to North America
Western Labrador Tea (Rhododendron Columbianum) — Typically reaching 1.5-5 feet in height, this hardy plant thrives in zones 5-8
Western Labrador Tea (Rhododendron Columbianum) — It features leathery green leaves and clusters of showy
Western Labrador Tea (Rhododendron Columbianum) — pale-yellow flowers blooming in late spring to early summer
Western Labrador Tea (Rhododendron Columbianum) — it's ideal for boggy areas and woodland gardens
Western Labrador Tea (Rhododendron Columbianum) — offering year-round interest and native appeal
Western Labrador Tea (Rhododendron Columbianum) — is a distinctive evergreen shrub indigenous to the moist coniferous forests of the Pacific Northwest
Western Labrador Tea (Rhododendron Columbianum) — with an equivalent spread
Western Labrador Tea (Rhododendron Columbianum) — It typically grows to a height of 2 to 5 feet
Western Labrador Tea (Rhododendron Columbianum) — although in some instances it may reach up to 8 feet
Western Labrador Tea (Rhododendron Columbianum) — which are notably lance-shaped
Western Labrador Tea (Rhododendron Columbianum) — measuring about 1 to 2 inches in length
Western Labrador Tea (Rhododendron Columbianum) — The undersides possess a unique rusty coloring, attributed to the dense covering of fine hairs
Western Labrador Tea (Rhododendron Columbianum) — In spring to early summer
Western Labrador Tea (Rhododendron Columbianum) — it boasts clusters of delicate white to pale pink flowers that provide a modest yet appealing visual interest
Western Labrador Tea (Rhododendron Columbianum) — approximately 0.5 inches across
Western Labrador Tea (Rhododendron Columbianum) — the plant is relatively low maintenance but does require consistent moisture
Western Labrador Tea (Rhododendron Columbianum) — It thrives in partial shade but can tolerate full sun in cooler climates as long as adequate water is provided
Western Labrador Tea (Rhododendron Columbianum) — With its unique foliage and attractive flowers
Western Labrador Tea (Rhododendron Columbianum) — Gardeners should be cognizant that all parts of the plant are toxic if ingested

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