Roseum rosebay rhododendron
Rhododendron maximum 'Roseum (H-1)'
USDA zones3 to 7
SunHandles full sun or partial sun or full shade
WaterHandles dry to moist soil
- Habit
- Erect
- Bloom season
- Summer
- Soil types
- Sand, loam
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
Roseum rosebay rhododendron (Rhododendron maximum Roseum) is an evergreen shrub for woodland gardens, shade gardens, and specimen planting. It is hardy to USDA zone 3, or down to -40°F (-40°C). This plant likes full sun to full shade and dry to moist, sandy or loamy soil. Its erect form keeps its leaves through winter, so it adds winter interest. It blooms from early to late summer, and butterflies, hummingbirds, bees, and birds visit it.
Pairs well with Christmas fern, Witch hazel, and Striped maple.