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Rosebay Rhododendron

Rhododendron Maximum

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Overview

Rosebay Rhododendron (Rhododendron maximum) is a broadleaf evergreen shrub reaching heights of 5-15 feet with a similar spread. Admired for its large clusters of white to pale pink blooms in late spring to early summer, the plant thrives in partial shade with well-drained, acidic soil. Glossy, leathery leaves can reach 4-8 inches long, adding year-round interest. Ideal for mass plantings, woodland gardens, or as a specimen plant.

Sun Half, ShadeWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 3–7Type Broadleaf Evergreen, Shrub

Rosebay Rhododendron (Rhododendron Maximum) — broadleaf evergreen / shrub for half or shade; requiring minimal care beyond enjoying its enduring beauty

Culture

Sun: Half, Shade
Water: Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones: 3–7

Shape & size

Mature height: 5–15 Ft.
Mature width: 6–12 Ft.

Classification

Type: Broadleaf Evergreen, Shrub
Family: Ericaceae

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Rosebay Rhododendron (Rhododendron Maximum) — making it well-suited as a specimen plant; this Rhododendron requires ample space for growth, image 97

Rosebay Rhododendron (Rhododendron Maximum) — Be sure to provide adequate water

Rosebay Rhododendron (Rhododendron Maximum) — this species is notably low-maintenance; white flowers in the garden

Rosebay Rhododendron (Rhododendron Maximum) — it thrives in partial to full shade

Rosebay Rhododendron (Rhododendron Maximum) — it thrives in partial to full shade; demonstrating impressive resilience in cooler climates

Rosebay Rhododendron (Rhododendron Maximum) — Admired for its large clusters of white to pale pink blooms in late spring to early summer; ideal for, image 88

Rosebay Rhododendron (Rhododendron Maximum) — white flowers in the garden; or as an effective privacy screen, image 85

Rosebay Rhododendron (Rhododendron Maximum) — white flowers in the garden; or as an effective privacy screen

Rosebay Rhododendron (Rhododendron Maximum) — broadleaf evergreen / shrub for half or shade; requiring minimal care beyond enjoying its enduring, image 87

Rosebay Rhododendron (Rhododendron Maximum) — acidic soil with a pH range of 4.5 to 6.0; broadleaf evergreen / shrub for half or shade

Rosebay Rhododendron (Rhododendron Maximum) — this species is notably low-maintenance; white flowers in the garden, image 83

Rosebay Rhododendron (Rhododendron Maximum) — making it well-suited as a specimen plant; this Rhododendron requires ample space for growth, image 68

Rosebay Rhododendron (Rhododendron Maximum) — each up to 2 inches across, image 73

Rosebay Rhododendron (Rhododendron Maximum) — or as an effective privacy screen; be sure to provide adequate water, image 70

Rosebay Rhododendron (Rhododendron Maximum) — requiring minimal care beyond enjoying its enduring beauty; scientifically named Rhododendron maximum

Rosebay Rhododendron (Rhododendron Maximum) — With cold hardiness down to USDA Zone 3; the Rosebay Rhododendron withstands temperatures to -40°F

Rosebay Rhododendron (Rhododendron Maximum) — acidic soil with a pH range of 4.5 to 6.0; broadleaf evergreen / shrub for half or shade, image 75

Rosebay Rhododendron (Rhododendron Maximum) — Glossy, leathery leaves can reach 4-8 inches long, adding year-round interest; integrate organic, image 90

Rosebay Rhododendron (Rhododendron Maximum) — Glossy, leathery leaves can reach 4-8 inches long, adding year-round interest

Rosebay Rhododendron (Rhododendron Maximum) — broadleaf evergreen / shrub for half or shade

Rosebay Rhododendron (Rhododendron Maximum) — demonstrating impressive resilience in cooler climates; this majestic plant can attain impressive, image 80

Rosebay Rhododendron (Rhododendron Maximum) — With cold hardiness down to USDA Zone 3; the Rosebay Rhododendron withstands temperatures to -40°F, image 78

Rosebay Rhododendron (Rhododendron Maximum) — in mass plantings for a stunning display; it thrives in partial to full shade, image 69

Rosebay Rhododendron (Rhododendron Maximum) — In the late spring to early summer; admired for its large clusters of white to pale pink blooms in, image 100

Photographs by 9 contributors

Famartin, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
Palickap, CC BY 4.0 · source
Doug McGrady from Warwick, RI, USA, CC BY 2.0 · source
User:SB_Johnny, CC BY-SA 3.0 · source
Arx Fortis, CC BY-SA 3.0 · source
Bering Land Bridge National Preserve, CC BY 2.0 · source
Syrio, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
Homer Edward Price, CC BY 2.0 · source
harum.koh from Kobe city, Japan, CC BY-SA 2.0 · source

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