Rhododendron Species
Rhododendronpemakoense

Family: Ericaceae (er-ek-AY-see-ee)
Genus: Rhododendron (roh-do-DEN-dron)
Species: pemakoense (pem-may-koh-EN-see)

Height

Spacing
6-12 in. (15-30 cm)

Hardiness
12-15 in. (30-38 cm)
15-18 in. (38-45 cm)
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)

Sun Exposure
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
Full Sun

Bloom Color
Parts of plant are poisonous if ingested

Bloom Time
Pink
Rose/Mauve
Medium Purple

Foliage
Late Winter/Early Spring
Mid Spring

Other details
Evergreen
Shiny/Glossy

Seed Collecting

Category
From semi-hardwood cuttings

Patent Information

Foliage Color
Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds

Bloom Characteristics

Water Requirements

Where to Grow