A nice looking contrast with other plants. Few plants have foliage as green. They are very hardy, among the hardiest and most shade tolerant rhododendrons. Rhododendron trichostomum – 30", 0F. It is a vigorous growing plant with large, upright white trusses of good substance. It grows many erect red stems lined with glossy round leaves. Others will become infested with lace bugs if raised in full sun. Plentiful pale violet flowers are amid a bushy blue-green mat of leaves. The medium sized leaves, that range in color from dull dark green to a lovely bronzy red, are oblong or lance shaped. Scarlet Wonder – 2', -15F. Blooms in mid-season. Blooms in mid-season. Grows to 4' tall by 5' wide in 10 years. Red River – 5', -20F. You see a lot of beginner gardeners have success with these plants. Most deciduous azaleas do well in full sun and frequently are poor bloomers in the shade. Beautiful plants like Hydrangea and Laurel typify this category. Retired veterinarian and longtime plant breeder Dr. John Thornton of Franklinton, La. If you like azaleas and have too much shade to do well with evergreen azaleas, lepidote (small leaved) rhododendrons may do well for you such as the various PJM varieties, Ramapo and Snow Lady. Large deep green leaves make this an outstanding foliage plant. Platinum Pear – 6', -10F. Odoratum – 4', -15F. It is well suited for use in a low border or rock garden. The flowers are bright lavender-pink. It has red buds, opening to rose pink flowers, with red flecks in the throat and a white circle in the throat that slowly grows larger each day. Zone 5 rhododendrons are also particular about soil. This section will deal with non-tropical rhododendrons and azaleas that can withstand warmer climates such as the southeastern US including Eastern Oklahoma. Usually plants that are infected with lace bugs will do much better if moved to areas with more shade. Rhododendron augustinii ssp. Evergreen flowering rhododendron shrubs thrive in … This rhododendron has true hardiness in a red. Rhododendron evergreen shrubs maintain year-round interest as they don’t lose their leaves. When in flower, clear pink blossoms open all along the stems. Grows to 4' tall by 5' wide in 10 years. But most rhododendrons will grow nicely in full sun to moderate shade. Hallelujah – 4', -15F. Long known as a staple of Southern gardens, Rhododendrons are actually hardy for all but the coldest regions of the country. It is a spicy scented hybrid with great foliage. [Return to Top]. However, if given enough shade they are also drought tolerant. A few Rhododendron varieties such as Caroline', 'Scintillation', Yakushimanum hybrids, 'Hong Kong and the hardy varieties from Finland must have some shade in midday or the foliage will yellow or even burn – especially during a hot summer. Pink Magic – 4-5', -10F. They must be grown like orchids. Cream Crest – 3', 0F. Good for mass planting. Boule de Neige – 5’, -25F. This group is sometimes referred to as "Sun Azaleas" because of their strong sun and heat tolerance. There is also a variety with pure white flowers and lighter green leaves, R. carolinianum 'Album'. Buds heavily. Flowers are light pink with brown spots. Aunt Martha – 5', -10F. Of the various types of rhododendrons, evergreen azaleas do the poorest in heavy shade. ‘Rosy Lights’ is an azalea that offers extra cold hardiness. [Return to List], Dr. John Thornton of Franklinton, LA, has released a collection of his hybrids of R. hyperythrum with popular hardy East Coast hybrid rhododendrons. Extremely early pink trusses. Rhododendron 'Ramapo' Common name: Ramapo Rhododendron. Cooperative Extension, which staffs local offices in all 100 counties and with the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians. Has a spreading plant habit. Just as attractive as the flowers is the glossy dark green foliage, that is held for three years on a vigorous, but compact, plant. This hardy dwarf can be grown in sun or partial shade, although in full sun it will maintain a more compact form. When you need structure for a tight space or a container, this handsome dwarf conifer is the perfect option for smaller gardens. It is also tolerant of sun and swampy conditions. All rhododendrons thrive in a cool, moist, acid soil. They include the following: Ramapo – 2', -20F. The leaves are a deep green, extremely heavy textured and have an attractive, downward curving form. In 1971 they began hybridizing Exbury azaleas with southern native species to create heat tolerant, large flowered, fragrant deciduous azaleas. Medium height. In full sun exposure the leaves take on a bronze cast. It has soft green leaves that grow in whorls around the stem and turn yellow, orange and crimson in the fall. Alena – 5', +10F. Flowers range in color from lilac to rose with green or brown markings in the throat. One of the reasons rhododendrons in the 'P.J.M.' R. flammeum, the Oconee Azalea (synonymous with R. speciosum ), is a deciduous azalea found in the lower Piedmont from central Georgia to South Carolina. Can withstand both sun and heat. Catawba rhododendron is a large-leaved, evergreen shrub reaching 6 to 10 feet high with large, lilac-purple flowers borne in clusters (trusses) in mid-to late spring. Its good foliage is dense and green. Jean Marie de Montague – 5', -5F. Fielder's White – 5', +5F. They need moist, well-drained, acidic soils. It's a strong grower and flowers in abundance, a radiant blue color not to be forgotten. Many Azaleas and Rhododendrons are fully cold hardy, however a few of … Sonata – 3', 0F. Native to southeastern United States. Leaves are often wider and can be partly deciduous. Its dense upright growth habit is a form well-suited for planting as a short hedge or screen reaching 5'. It is native only to N Taiwan. This is a compact shrub with white flowers with reddish flecks. Its funnel shaped flowers with ruffled edges are pale mauve to lavender-blue with a distinctive dark blotch. Small, glossy leaves turn bright red in winter on this dense plant. Dense shade and poor air circulation can also be deadly to Rhododendrons. Wyandanch Pin – 5', -15F. hybrid rhododendrons. This plant blooms in early spring as the leaves are beginning to expand. The plant retains its leaves for 3 to 4 years. A hardy plant with distinctive gray-green leaves. It grows to a height of 4' and width of 5'. The combination frequently results in attacks new plant growth and eats away at the plant branch by branch. The Plant has a strong, upright habit and is very heat tolerant. This plant has beautiful deep bronze-red foliage all winter and is a joy to view. The hardiness for Rhododendrons will vary considerably. This old azaleodendron should not be overlooked in today's gardens. Loderi King George – 6', 0F. The plant gives best results in full sun and is easily rooted. Bright red-purple flowers are speckled with gold in the center. It also withstands the summer heat of its moist, hot, oriental home. Cheer – 5', -10F. Medium height. Needs pruning to keep it compact. Compact in habit, it likes the sun, has good foliage, is hardy and vigorous, and has alluring, bright, creamy yellow flowers. While many rhododendrons grow best in woodland conditions, providing dappled shade, dwarf rhododendrons flower best in full sun. Small magenta-pink (rose-pink) flower in large trusses of 5 to 10. It isn’t a deep orange but a true sparkling orange that radiates. Among the most sun tolerant plants are deciduous azaleas. Low plant. One of the best dwarf rhododendrons, this species has a tight compact habit with attractive silver-gray foliage. Cold and heat tolerant and sun and shade tolerant. Grows best in partial shade and cool, moist, well-drained, acidic, rich soil. The foliage is large, leek green and on sturdy stems that are well able to hold up the huge trusses. Buds young. Here is hardiness, sun tolerance, lush foliage, and a lovely flower all in one. Iveryana – 2', +10F. This is a good selection for a background plant. A reliable 'iron-clad, English Roseum is also sun and cold tolerant to -25F. In mid-spring it is covered with 3-inch clusters of rose-pink flowers. It has tiny leathery gray-green leaves that provide year-round interest. Raley': 'Scintillation' x white form of R. hyperythrum - It has deep pink buds that open Flowers are snow white in ball shaped trusses. As the season progresses, the mound becomes a superb jade green with rose-red bud scales for another show of color. Beautiful flowers of deep crimson with black marking. Mrs. Charles E. Pearson – 6', -5F. Dark red flowers in a ball-shaped cluster. Bright blue-purple flowers make a nice contrast. One of the more sun-tolerant hybrids, this azalea produces multitudes of rose-crimson flowers early to mid-season. Matte green leaves are set off against red stems to beautify the plant even when not in flower. Some of the most popular evergreen Rhododendron shrubs include the following. Its leaves are deciduous when the plant is young but evergreen in maturity, remaining on the plant all winter, though often changing color. In general, most Azaleas will grow very well if they receive four hours or more of bright sun per day. 'Jean Marie' has bright red flowers so showy that you can't miss them. Rhododendrons will grow nicely in full sun to moderate shade. Relatively few rhododendrons are fully hardy in the Chicago area or can cope well with its alkaline soils. Early bloomers are usually more upright and vigorous, while later bloomers are more compact and spreading. Also known as 'Lady Clementina Mitford'. Most Rhododendrons will tolerate a more open site if sheltered from cold, dry winds. group are smaller, growing to a height of 3 to 5 feet tall. Southland – 2', -10F. This is the rhododendron for that sunny spot in the yard as it does best in the sun. Dwarf Purple Rhododendron is a compact slow-growing flowering evergreen shrub in with spectacular purple flowers that cover the plant in the spring. It will grow in the southeastern United States. Plant in small groupings in front of taller shrubs. Most evergreen azaleas do best in partial shade, but not heavy shade. Rose Elf – 18", +5F. It is a good dwarf rhododendron. Rhododendrons are hardy, woody shrubs, and the dwarf cultivars don’t grow higher than 3 ft. (1 m). Fertilize lightly, as an excess of fertilizer will cause foliage burn more easily than on most rhododendrons. Plant them in spring or fall where winter damage is no hazard; otherwise, plant them only in spring, setting the balled-and-burlapped root balls in the soil no deeper than 12 inches. This plant stands sun, buds young, branches readily and does not mind heavy cutting for propagation! A dwarf evergreen azaleodendron from Holland. Hardy to +5F. Hardy, vigorous, densely foliated and heavy blooming plant. The smooth leaves, small, long, and dark green, have densely scaled undersides. This new hybrid is similar to Windbeam, only it is more compact in growth habit. Bow Bells – 3', -5F. Exact date of discovery for R. flammeum is not known, but plants of this species were first described by Aiton at Kew Gardens in 1789 and were probably sent there by William Bartram prior to that date. The lush leaves are glossy green. Purplish tinge in winter, some older leaves turning yellow and falling off. Mrs. Charles E. Pearson – 6', -5F. This old standby is one of the best whites ever hybridized. A good, strong grower with excellent sun tolerance. Most will grow in heavy shade but become leggy with weak growth and will produce few if any flower buds. It is an excellent choice for a small bed or long, low border. It grows to 4 feet and bears deep purple-pink flowers. Line them up for edging or as mini hedges to highlight plantings of perennials. Rhododendron calendulaceum – 6', -10F, the flame azalea, is a native American species, growing 4 to 6 feet high. Its small, rounded leaves are green during the summer and mahogany colored in winter. Aunt Martha – 5', -10F. New foliage is bronze, changing to green with maturity. Good for extending your bloom season into June. Blooms in early mid-season.. Kurume It is an excellent landscape plant, will grow under most conditions, and the flowers are long lasting. They are held in groups of three, with many on a single branch. FRAGRANT. Red Eye – 6', -10F. Blooms in mid-season. A good choice if you are looking for a vigorous growing variety that is sun tolerant. [Return to List]. It makes a good ground cover with its small leaves and creeping habit. Each pearl pink flower is made showier by a dark rose blotch at the base. Deep shade (Less than 2 hours to no direct sunlight), Partial Shade (Direct sunlight only part of the day, 2-6 hours). A dependable rhododendron. [Return to List]. The plant will stand more sun and exposure than most. has deep pink buds that open white, a dense Up to 6′ tall, 2′ wide. Has a tall upright plant. A sun tolerant hybrid, 'Stewartstonian' displays lush red 2" blooms that, in the light, appear blood orange. Prolific pom-pom trusses are purple. Lavender Girl – 5', -15F. It's a natural for filling in the edges of shade gardens, and is perfectly scaled for courtyards and city gardens. With long, narrow leaves and the fragrant, light pink trusses, this plant is a popular cold hardy hybrid from the eastern U.S. A sun tolerant selection. [Return to List]. The small, compact shrubs are perfect for small gardens, containers, mixed beds, foundation plants, and driveway borders. Requires some shade. It is hardy to Zone 5, -15 F. Its many branches are densely covered with oval evergreen leaves, 1 1/2 to 2 1/2 inches long, matted with hairs. Anah Kruschke – 6', -15F. Each truss holds many widely flared, funnel shaped flowers. Has small, bright red, funnel shaped flowers that are held above smooth, green leaves. The plant is dense and well clothed in leathery leaves that are a rich, matte green in summer. Its frilled flowers are light lavender-blue with a prominent purple flare. Shade shrubs can flourish in low and indirect light while producing colorful, alluring flowers season after season. Noted for its lavender-blue spring flowers, Rhododendron 'Blue Tit Magor' is a compact, mounding, dense, evergreen shrub producing incredibly eye-catching flower clusters. Their culture is completely different the other rhododendrons and azaleas. These plants are also useful in partial shade but may have problems setting flower buds and blooming if the shade is too dense. Prefer moist, humus-laden, acidic soil but seem to do equally well in shade or sun. Blue Diamond – 3', -5F. Stewartstonian – Early, -20F, Medium. Supplemental feeding later is not normally needed, but if a plant appears pale or droopy, apply cottonseed meal or a fertilizer for acid-loving plants around its base in early spring. It wants bright shade or dappled sunlight, but by no means deep shade. Most hybrids win something only when they are new, never to be heard from again! Borne at the tips of the upright branches, the blossoms contrast beautifully with the evergreen foliage of rounde… Duc de Rohan – 3', +10F. Myrtifolium – 3', -15F. On the other hand, if shade is too dense, it can cause fewer blooms and spindly growth. Flowers are light pink with brown spots. Boule de Neige – 5', -25F. Kaempferi Azaleas have an upright form that grows 4 to 10 feet tall, and 5 to 6 feet wide. Pathfinder – Orange buds open to golden flowers, deep golden blotch [Return to List]. Dwarf Holly (Ilex) – Thorny Small Evergreen Shrub. Wildlife Value: Flowers attract hummingbirds. At Singing Tree Gardens Nursery we offer a large variety of wonderful plants. The flowers are lavender-blue. County of York – 6', -15F. medium-green leaves. The foliage turns interesting tones in winter. leaves. 'Southland' is very floriferous with peachy to creamy pink flowers, a color that is a bit hard to describe, but very pleasing. Morning sun and afternoon shade are ideal, although some rhododendrons can take full sun. Pride Of Mobile (Elegans Superbum) – Blooms in mid-season. Flowers are bright violet-pink. The beauty of dwarf azaleas is that they bloom on and off all year - even in shadier areas - staying small and manageable. R. hyperythrum – 3', -10F. The flowers, larger than maximum's flowers, are bright red with a white throat and small yellow dorsal flare. [Return to List]. A year-round mulch of rotted oak leaves will also provide natural nutrients and will help keep the soil cool and moist. Super vigorous with lush foliage. [Return to List]. A good looking rhododendron that grows well in sunny, hot locations. The glossy green foliage of summer becomes mahogany-colored in winter. Nova Zembla – 5 ', -25F. Flowers are widely funnel shaped giving then tighter trusses and are typically later than R. augustinii. May blooming. Here is hardiness, good flower and large foliage, all in one hybrid. Hardy, vigorous, densely foliated and heavy blooming plant. White, dome trusses are bright and numerous. Members of the genus Rhododendron support the following specialized bee: Andrena (Andrena) cornelli. Very easy in a well drained soil and watering needs are minimal. In spring the foliage is hidden by 1-inch flowers. A dependable rhododendron. [Return to List]. The foliage is narrow and recurved. Flowers are electric blue, flat and saucer shaped, with ruffled edges. A robust plant with an upright habit, it can be an open grower, but pinching will help and its habit gets better with age. A sunny location is best for this well shaped plant often used in a border. They include: Camilla's Blush – 5', -15F. Tests as resistant to root rot and is sun and heat tolerant. 'Catalode' x R. hyperythrum - It has light-pink Rhododendrons in the 'P.J.M.' Use these many-stemmed plants to bring structure to your garden and add vibrant color to those shady spots! Super vigorous with lush foliage. It's vigorous, cold hardy, heat and sun resistant. For hardiness: 'Formosa', also called 'Phoenicia', lavender, is hardy to Zone 6, -5° F. Brilliant – 2', 0F. Whichever variety you are able to grow, these dwarf shrubs make an excellent addition to small gardens, adding bright and glossy evergreen foliage, and luscious, colorful flowers. It flowers very late in the season with small, medium pink flowers, great to extend the flowering time of rhododendrons. It grows to a height of 2' and width of 18" to 24". A deep yellow that blooms in June. †† indicates eight Rhododendrons that are also cold tolerant: Note: Boule de Neige, Nova Zembla and most PJM varieties are also shade tolerant. Crater Lake – 4-5', -5F. †† indicates eight Rhododendrons that are also cold tolerant: 'Aunt Martha' (-10F), 'Blue Jay' (-10F), 'Blue Peter' (-10F), 'Boule de Neige' (-25F) , 'Cynthia' (-15F), 'English Roseum' (-25F), 'Myrtifolium' (-15F), Nova Zembla (-25F) and 'PJM' (-25F). The elliptical foliage is dark green and leathery, and the crushed leaves have an aromatic fragrance. Rhododendron lutescens – 6', +5F. R. calendulaceum – 6', -10F. Its foliage looks like it was sprinkled with silver. The flowers are beautiful, soft peach-pink. Will take sun. The presence of sun light assures a good bud set; plants in full shade frequently don't bloom and frequently grow tall and lanky. The rhododendrons are all evergreen; ten of the azaleas are deciduous and one is evergreen. The hybrid Rhododendron P.J.M. Family: Ericaceae. It's an adaptable rhododendron. In tropical climates, the best rhododendrons are the Vireya, a type which is native to the tropical regions of Southeast Asia. Insect problems include aphids, borers, lacebugs, leafhoppers, mealybugs, mites, nematodes, scale, thrips and whitefly. It was developed in 1909, received an Award of Merit in 1933 and then a First Class Certificate as late as 1955. When the flower first opens, the eye is green gold and little by little it becomes red. [Return to List]. Bright red-purple flowers are speckled with gold in the center. Grows to 4' tall by 6' wide in 10 years. pink form R. hyperythrum R. hyperythrum - It has mediumpink buds that open to white with a prominent It flowers very late in the season with small, medium pink flowers, great to extend the flowering time of rhododendrons. Aromi Sunstruck – Pale yellow buds open to lemon yellow flowers, deep yellow blotch Rhododendron augustinii ssp. It's a plant you can depend on year after year. Flowers are bright violet-pink. The flowers are somewhat smaller than most other rhododendrons. [Return to List]. Introduced from the Czech Republic, this sun tolerant plant has fragrant white flowers with yellow spotting in the throat. Wildlife Value: Flowers attract hummingbirds. Excellent foliage highlight the vivid pink flowers spotted darker on the upper lobe. Blooms in early mid-season. A truly fine lepidote, 'Southland' has many good features. Rhododendrons require the proper mix of sun and shade, but acid soil is also a must for plants of this genus. This hybrid group was developed from a large collection of Belgian Indian hybrids in the Southeastern US around 1870. Dark rose flowers with golden throats. Zones 3 to 8. Extremely showy, red flowers make a real display in the spring.. However, the most important thing, whether we are talking about an Azalea or a Rhododendron, is that both types of plants are very showy shade garden plants. Also known as 'Lady Clementina Mitford'. Late blooming. [Return to List]. long and .75 to 1.5 in. Its small leaves will stand sun and makes a plant to be admired in the garden. Hinode-giri – Early, -5F, Medium. Form is rounded and the foliage is leathery and dark green until fall when it turns almost purplish. His hybrids include: R. 'Hypermax' (R. hyperythrum x R. maximum), R. 'Charles Loomis' ('English Roseum' x R. hyperythrum), R. 'Peppermint Twist' (R. hyperythrum x 'Princess Elizebeth'), R. 'Michelle Smith' (R. 'Scintillation' x R. hyperythrum) and the Southgate Series. 'Ramapo' is hardy to -25°F. The flowers are deep red-purple with an interesting eye. Vigorous and easy to grow, it should be hardy to at least -25F, so you don’t have to worry about its durability. Since then, azalea breeders have developed many cultivars, such as "Blaauw's Pink" (Rhododendron "Blaauw's Pink"), which grows in USDA zones 6 through 9, and "Hino-crimson" (Rhododendron "Hino-crimson"), which is hardy in USDA zones 5 through 8. Typical Southern Indicas, all with single blossoms having one layer of petals, are 'Brilliant', red; 'Duc de Rohan', salmon pink; 'Fielder's White', snow white; 'Prince of Wales', cherry red; ´Formosa´, (deep magenta-purple flowers); ´George Lindley Tabor´, (white flowers with purplish-pink blotch and purple throat); ´Delaware Valley White´, (pure white flowers with ruffled petals); and 'Southern Charm', deep rose pink. The leaves are 3 inches long and drop in the fall. This small plant is vigorous and sun tolerant. • They grow best when planted higher than the surrounding soil in moist, well-drained soil. and 'Nova Zembla are two of the most sun-hardy evergreen Rhododendrons. 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