Rhododendron spp . Evergreen shrub 4 to 8 by 4 to 8 ft. Over 10 feet in Southeastern U.S. Prefers soils rich in O.M. and acidic. Needs to be fertilized. Leaves are 1 to 3 inches long and somewhat linear in shape.
Growth rate is moderate.
Sensitive to soils. Best planted i n shady areas and allowed to grow into sunny sites. They have very showy bloom in spring. Flower colors are white to orange to red. Hardy to cold temperatures.