Rusty Menziesia
Rhododendron menziesii
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Ericaceae
- Genus:
- Rhododendron
- Species:
- Rhododendron menziesii
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Perennial
- Growth Habit:
- Shrub
- Height:
- 8-12 ft
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun, Part Shade, Shade
- Drought Tolerance:
- High
- Bloom Months:
- mar, apr, may, jun, jul, aug
- Bloom Colors:
- White, Pink, Orange, Yellow
- Landscaping Shrub:
- Yes
Host Plant for Caterpillars
White-banded Black (Rheumaptera subhastata), Zephyr anglewing (Polygonia zephyrus)
Reported Fauna Sightings
Bees: Black-tailed bumble bee (Bombus melanopygus), Black-tailed bumble bee (Bombus melanopygus), Sitka bumble bee (Bombus sitkensis), Sitka bumble bee (Bombus sitkensis)
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- moist, well-drained, acidic soil
- pH:
- 4.5 - 6.0 (acidic to slightly acidic)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- consistently moist
- Notes:
- native to forested, mountainous regions
Germination Information
Pre-treatment: Seed was stored for three months in a cool dry place between collection and planting.
Source: npn.rngr.net