Rhododendron edgeworthii ssp. edgeworthia

Family: Ericaceae

Native to: China

Sentiment: beware

Plant

Type: shrub

Forms: clumping, erect, open form

Leaves evergreen

Max height: 8 feet

Max width: 8 feet

Flower

pink, secondary color present, white/off white, yellow

Leaf

green

Horticulture

Attracts wildlife: adult butterfly, hummingbird, specific butterfly species

Plant part consumed by birds: insects, nectar

Bird uses plant for shelter or cover or cavity: shelter

Plant features: evergreen

Exposure: light shade

Landscape use: flower fragrant

Propagates by: seed

flowers in spring

Soil acidity: acidic

Soil type: well drained

USDA Zones: zone 9 to +20 f, zone 10 to +30 f

Temp. range: +20 to +40 °F

Water: regular

Butterflies that feed on this plant