Plants in genus rhododendron
Rhododendron 'Anah Kruschke'
Rhododendron 'Anah Kruschke' is a compact evergreen with vivid red-throated purple blooms. It is hardy in zones 5-9 and attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.
Rhododendron 'Nico'
Rhododendron 'Nico' is a broad-leaved evergreen shrub with cherry-red blossoms in spring. It is cold-hardy in USDA zones 4-7 and grows 2-3 feet in height and width. This plant thrives in dappled shade and moist, organic woodland settings.
Rhododendron 'Elite Pjm'
Rhododendron 'Elite Pjm' is a broad-leaved evergreen that produces lavender-pink blooms in early April. Its foliage turns reddish-purple in fall and mahogany in winter. This plant is cold and heat-hardy, growing 4-5 feet tall and wide, and prefers part shade and acidic, well-drained soil.
Rhododendron 'Christmas Cheer'
Rhododendron 'Christmas Cheer' is a year-round houseplant with cheerful pinkish-red and snowy white blossoms. It features dark green tear-drop leaves and prefers filtered bright sunlight or partial sun. This plant requires moderate yet consistently moist soil.
Rhododendron 'Minnetonka'
Rhododendron 'Minnetonka' is a compact, low-growing shrub known for its light purple flowers with orange-yellow spots. This evergreen plant features dark green broad-leaved foliage and is hardy in USDA zones 4 to 8. It grows 3-4 feet tall and 4-5 feet wide, making it a substantial addition to gardens. The plant attracts butterflies and hummingbirds and prefers partial shade with well-drained, acidic soil. Its vibrant flowers and evergreen nature make it a popular choice for gardeners seeking year-round interest.
Rhododendron indicum 'George L Taber'
Rhododendron indicum 'George L Taber' is a broad-leaved evergreen shrub with nearly white blooms that have a pale orchid-lavender overcast. It reblooms twice a year and attracts pollinators and hummingbirds. This heat and humidity-tolerant plant grows 6-8 feet tall and 5-6 feet wide, preferring moist, acidic, well-drained soil. It is low maintenance and should be pruned after spring flowers fade.