Rhododendron / Azalea
Rhododendron catawbiense
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Rhododendron catawbiense is a hardy, native evergreen shrub prized for its showy clusters of purple to pink flowers in spring. It thrives in moist, acidic woodland conditions and provides year-round structure in shaded gardens.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native to the United States
Native Range
Southeastern United States (Appalachian Mountains)
Native to: North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Notable Cultivars
PJM hybrids derived from R. catawbiense are exceptionally hardy to Zone 4 with compact growth and magenta flowers. The Catawbiense Boursault and Catawbiense Album cultivars are classic selections valued for disease resistance and consistent flowering.
Shrub
Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
Rhododendron catawbiense is a hardy, native evergreen shrub prized for its showy clusters of purple to pink flowers in spring. It thrives in moist, acidic woodland conditions and provides year-round structure in shaded gardens.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Rhododendron / Azalea grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native to the United States
Native Range
Southeastern United States (Appalachian Mountains)
Native to: North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Shrub
Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
Companion Planting
Plants well with
Notable Cultivars
PJM hybrids derived from R. catawbiense are exceptionally hardy to Zone 4 with compact growth and magenta flowers. The Catawbiense Boursault and Catawbiense Album cultivars are classic selections valued for disease resistance and consistent flowering.