Rhododendron 'Ramapo'

Rhododendron

Family
Ericaceae (er-ek-AY-see-ee)
Genus
Rhododendron (roh-do-DEN-dron)
Synonym
Spacing
12-18 in. (30-45 cm)
Hardiness
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Sun Exposure
USDA Zone 5b: to -26.1 °C (-15 °F)
USDA Zone 6a: to -23.3 °C (-10 °F)
USDA Zone 6b: to -20.5 °C (-5 °F)
USDA Zone 7a: to -17.7 °C (0 °F)
USDA Zone 7b: to -14.9 °C (5 °F)
USDA Zone 8a: to -12.2 °C (10 °F)
USDA Zone 8b: to -9.4 °C (15 °F)
USDA Zone 9a: to -6.6 °C (20 °F)
USDA Zone 9b: to -3.8 °C (25 °F)
Danger
Sun to Partial Shade
Bloom Color
Parts of plant are poisonous if ingested
Bloom Time
Lavender
Foliage
Mid Spring
Height
Shrubs
Sun Exposure
Hardiness
Bloom Color
Bloom Time
Bloom Time
Bloom Color
Bloom Time
Bloom Time
Bloom Color
Bloom Color
Bloom Time
Other Details
Other details
Evergreen
Seed Collecting
Category
From semi-hardwood cuttings
Patent Information
Foliage Color
N/A: plant does not set seed, flowers are sterile, or plants will not come true from seed
Bloom Characteristics
Water Requirements
Where to Grow
Seed Collecting
Fruit Shape
Fruit Size
Fruit Colors
4.6 to 5.0 (highly acidic)
5.1 to 5.5 (strongly acidic)
5.6 to 6.0 (acidic)
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
Growing Habit
Days to Maturity
Seed Type
Disease Resistance
Leaf Type
Foliage Color
Bloom Characteristics
Water Requirements
Where to Grow
Other details
Propagation Methods
Soil pH requirements
Patent Information
Plant Size (check one)
Growing Habit
Growth Rate
Leaf Shape
Leaf Appearance
Degree to which the appearance is present
Leaf Texture (top)
Leaf Texture (bottom)
Leaf Color
Color of Leaf Margin
Leaf Substance
Number of Vein Pairs
Appearance of Margin
Margin Width
Flower Shape
Flower Fragrance
Non-patented
Does it set seed?
Flower Size
Flower Type
Blooming Habit
Foliage Habit
Color Patterns
Awards (if applicable)
Seed Type
Growth Habit
Days to Maturity
Awards (if applicable)
Bloom Shape
Other Details
Pruning Instructions
Kernel Color
Flower Shape
Flower Habit
Bloom Size
Color Pattern
Bloom Shape
Pruning Groups
Bloom Diameter
Heat (Pungency)
Fruit Shape
Fruit Size
Fruit Color
Disease Resistance
Seed Type
Flower Size
Size/Type
Flower Characteristics
Leaf Shape/Type
Leaf Texture
Leaf Color
Propagation
Pollination
Bearing Habit
Rootstock Vigor
Disease Resistance
Fruit Usage
Classification
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Winnetka, Illinois

Taylorsville, Kentucky

Kalamazoo, Michigan

Traverse City, Michigan

Sparks, Nevada

Gresham, Oregon

Portland, Oregon

Knoxville, Tennessee

Woodinville, Washington

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Gardener's Notes:

2
positives
2
neutrals
0
negative
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Kalamazoo, MI | October 2009 | neutral

Been trying to grow this beautiful little plant for many years with mixed results. It's just plain fussy! Needs good drainage. Seems t...Read More

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Edmonton, AB (Zone 3a) | April 2007 | positive

This survived it's first winter in Zone 3b. It was planted in morning and midday sun and had no sign of damage over the winter. It is sti...Read More

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Sparks, NV (Zone 7a) | April 2005 | neutral

This plant is struggling in my garden. I put it in partial shade.

T
St. John's, NL (Zone 5b) | March 2004 | positive

This dwarf rhododendron forms a perfect dome when growing in a fairly sunny location. Perfect rock garden shrub.

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