(Catawba Rhododendron, Catawba Rosebay, Roseum Elegans Rhododendron)

Roseum elegans rhododendron has large, showy clusters (trusses) of broad, open, bell-shaped flowers of lavender-pink. This large, dense, broadleaf evergreen shrub has large, glossy, dark green leaves that can suffer from sun and wind damage if left too exposed in the winter months. Most rhododendron thrive in sites with part shade and moist, acidic, highly organic soil that is perfectly drained. They are susceptible to a wide variety of fungal diseases and insect pests and will be more at risk...

(Catawba Rhododendron, Catawba Rosebay, Rose Pink Rhododendron)

Rose pink rhododendron has large, showy clusters (trusses) of broad, open, bell-shaped flowers of lilac-rose with orange blotched throats. This large, dense, broadleaf evergreen shrub has large, glossy, dark green leaves that can suffer from sun and wind damage if left too exposed in the winter months. Most rhododendron thrive in sites with part shade and moist, acidic, highly organic soil that is perfectly drained. They are susceptible to a wide variety of fungal diseases and insect pests and...

(Rhododendron, Roseum Superbum Rhododendron, Waterer Hybrid Rhododendron)

Introduced nearly 150 years ago but still well worth growing for its cold-hardiness, heat tolerance, and colorful blooms, this Waterer Hybrid bears showy domed clusters of lavender-pink flowers from mid- to late spring. The wide-flaring, funnel-shaped blooms have a pale yellow blotch and burgundy spots on their upper lobe. This medium-sized to large, upright shrub has large leathery medium-green leaves.

One of the horticultural dynasties of nineteenth and twentieth century England, the Waterer...

(Catawba Rhododendron, Catawba Rosebay, Roseum Two Rhododendron)

Roseum two rhododendron has large, showy clusters (trusses) of broad, open, bell-shaped flowers of clear pink. This medium-sized, dense, broadleaf evergreen shrub has large, glossy, dark green leaves that can suffer from sun and wind damage if left too exposed in the winter months. Most rhododendron thrive in sites with part shade and moist, acidic, highly organic soil that is perfectly drained. They are susceptible to a wide variety of fungal diseases and insect pests and will be more at risk...

(Larson Hybrid Rhododendron, Rhododendron, Rosy Dream Rhododendron)

A dense compact evergreen that bears showy domed trusses of deep pink flowers in mid-spring, this hybrid of em>R. degronianum var. yakushimanum is one of H. L. Larson's most outstanding introductions. The wide-flaring, wavy-edged, funnel-shaped flowers have pale throats and lightly spotted upper lobes. This broadly mounded knee-high shrub has large dull green leaves with fuzzy undersides that are silver aging to cinnamon.

H. L. Larson of Tacoma, Washington, developed...

(Rhododendron, Rothenburg Rhododendron)

One of the relative few yellow-flowered rhododendrons, this hybrid of the Chinese native Rhododendron williamsianum bears showy spherical clusters of pale primrose blooms from early to mid-spring. The funnel-shaped flowers have red-speckled throats. This vigorous upright head-high shrub is densely furnished with medium-sized, elliptic, glossy green leaves.

Like most rhododendrons, 'Rothenburg' favors chilly winters, moderate summers, partial shade, and highly organic, well-drained,...

(Rhododendron, Royal Purple Rhododendron)

'Royal Purple' is a large-leaved, evergreen rhododendron valued for its lovely flowers and handsome glossy deep-green foliage. In late spring it produces large trusses of bright-purple flowers with a yellow eye. It prefers well-drained, acid, humus-rich soil and partial shade. 'Royal Purple' is versatile in the landscape and works well in woodland settings or foundation plantings.

(Evergreen Azalea)

Combining showy bloom and exceptional cold hardiness, this Gable Hybrid azalea bears bright red-purple flowers from mid- to late spring on low spreading plants. The broadly funnel shaped blooms have a red blotch on their upper lobes. The small, elliptic, shiny green leaves turn bright colors in fall, and may be deciduous in severe winters.

Developed mostly by Joseph Gable of Stewartstown, Pennsylvania, Gable Hybrids include some of the hardiest evergreen azaleas available, thanks to the contributions...

(Catawba Rhododendron, Catawba Rosebay, Sappho Rhododendron)

Sappho rhododendron has large, showy clusters (trusses) of broad, open, bell-shaped flowers of clean white with striking deep purple blotched throats. This large, dense, broadleaf evergreen shrub has large, glossy, dark green leaves that can suffer from sun and wind damage if left too exposed in the winter months. Most rhododendron thrive in sites with part shade and moist, acidic, highly organic soil that is perfectly drained. They are susceptible to a wide variety of fungal diseases and insect...

(Mehlquist Hybrid Rhododendron, Rhododendron, Scarlet Romance Rhododendron)

One of numerous exceptionally cold-hardy rhododendrons developed by Gustav Mehlquist of the University of Connecticut, this medium-sized cultivar bears large conical clusters of bright carmine-red blooms from mid- to late spring. The wide-flaring wavy-edged funnel-shaped flowers are unscented and unmarked. This upright somewhat open shrub has large, elliptic, glossy dark green leaves.

Like most rhododendrons, 'Scarlet Romance' favors chilly winters, moderate summers, partial shade, and highly...