Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Ericaceae

Genus:

Rhododendron

Species:

Rhododendron prunifolium

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Shrub

Height:

20-40 ft

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

jun, jul, aug

Bloom Colors:

Red, Orange

Native Range

United States: Alabama, Georgia

Keystone Species Ranking

Caterpillar Keystone:

★★☆☆☆ Based on number of butterfly and moth species using this genus as host plant (Source: National Wildlife Federation)

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

5.0 - 6.0 (acidic)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

native to moist, shaded woodland areas

Germination Information