Scientific Name
Rhododendron maximum

Common Name
Rosebay rhododendron; Max; White laurel

Hardiness Zones: 3-7
Habit: Evergreen
Exposure: Sun to partial shade; moist, well drained soil
Height: 15 to 30'
Flower/Fruit: 5" white flecked, blush pink with green flower trusses in summer
Comments: 4-8" dark green, leathery leaves; good hedge plant; flowers attract hummingbirds and butterflies
Cultivars: Summer Glow (red buds; pink flowers); Red River (bright red); Summer Solace (large white); Album (white); Purpureum (pink to purple)
 

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