Full Sun
Easy care
Light watering
Half-hardy
6a-9b
USDA zone
-23°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
Height | Spread | |
|---|---|---|
3m | Max | 3m |
1.2m | Min | 1.5m |
5 years to reach maturity
Flowering
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spring
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summer
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autumn
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winter
This plant has no fragrance
Rhododendron floribundum Overview
Rhododendron floribundum is a rhododendron species native to North western Guizhou, South western Sichuan, and North eastern Yunnan in China, where it grows at altitudes of 1400–2700 meters. It is a shrub or small tree that grows to 2–10 meters in height, with leathery leaves 13 × 3.8 cm in size. Flowers are magenta-rose with crimson flecks and blotch at base.
Common problems with Rhododendron floribundum
If grown in containers they can be susceptible to Vine Weevil.
How to harvest Rhododendron floribundum
Generally not harvested
How to propagate Rhododendron floribundum
Cuttings
Take softwood cuttings in summer or hardwood cuttings in late autumn.
Other uses of Rhododendron floribundum
Suitable for woodland sheltered sites in large gardens/parks. They can also be grown in large containers.