R. davidsonianum Web SpecialsRhododendron species native to the forests of Sichuan, China, where it lives at altitudes of 5,000 10,000 ft. The plant grows fairly quickly up to 8 12 ft tall and somewhat less wide. The pink flowering display is, as seen in this photo taken at the Rhododendron Species Garden in Washington state, quite impressive with barely any foliage visible. Hardy for zones 7 9.
Here is a spectacular rhododendron for screening and privacy that is fast growing and is hardy to -15 degrees F
and it turns out to be someone's last name
giving it a distinctive look
The plant will grow wider than tall and blooms in May
The large white goblet shaped flowers are fragrant and usually appear in early spring
is known as Lavender and this cultivar is known as ‘Grosso’
making a luscious display in mid spring
The resulting seedlings were all so very attractive
Developed by the late Joseph B
but darker makes this one of the most attractive foliage plants available
and even 'apple pie fragrance'
The plant is a moderate grower
