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Pacific rhododendron

Pacific rhododendron

Rhododendron macrophyllum

shrubβ›… part shadeπŸ’§πŸ’§ moderate waterZone 7b – Zone 9b

A native Pacific Northwest evergreen shrub prized for its large, leathery leaves and clusters of pink to purple flowers that bloom in spring. It thrives in part shade and moist, acidic soil, making it ideal for woodland gardens and shaded borders.

Overview

Form
upright, rounded
Growth Rate
moderate
Size
6–15β€² tall Γ— 6–12β€² wide
Dormancy
evergreen

Tolerances & Soil

none

Flood Tolerance

none
Zone 7bZone 9b
1471013
ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 7b to Zone 9b

pH Range

5.57
3.556.589
pH range: 5.5 to 7

Soil Texture

Medium, Fine

Seasonality

Bloom Season

J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Season of Interest

SpringSummer

Shrub

Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.

Succession Role

mid successionalclimax

Native to the United States

Native Range

Pacific Northwest (Oregon, Washington, California)

Native to: California, Oregon, Washington

Function & Care

pollinator nectaryhedgerow

Establishment & Care

Establishment
moderate
Maintenance
low
Propagation
seed, cutting, layering

Companion Planting

Plants well with