Variegated Common Rhododendron

Rhododendron Ponticum 'Variegatum'

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Overview

The Variegated Common Rhododendron, Rhododendron ponticum 'Variegatum', is admired for its striking foliage featuring green leaves edged with creamy white margins. This evergreen shrub grows to around 5 feet tall and 6 feet wide, offering clusters of vibrant purple flowers in the spring. Prefers partial shade and well-drained acidic soil. Hardy and low maintenance, it provides year-round interest in zones 4-8, ideal for borders or accent planting.

Sun Half, ShadeWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 7–9Climate Temperate

Variegated Common Rhododendron (Rhododendron Ponticum 'Variegatum') — is admired for its striking foliage featuring green leaves edged with creamy white margins

Variegated Common Rhododendron (Rhododendron Ponticum 'Variegatum') — This evergreen shrub grows to around 5 feet tall and 6 feet wide

Culture

Sun: Half, Shade
Water: Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones: 7–9

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Ericaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Variegated Common Rhododendron (Rhododendron Ponticum 'Variegatum') — is admired for its striking foliage featuring green leaves edged with creamy white margins

Variegated Common Rhododendron (Rhododendron Ponticum 'Variegatum') — This evergreen shrub grows to around 5 feet tall and 6 feet wide

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