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Growing Info

Scarification
Scarification: none required
Stratification
Stratification: none required
Germination
Germination: requires light for germination, surface sow and keep moist

Other: Sterile soil should be used, care should be taken to not sow the seed too thick 

Native to: Japan, Yakushima Island
Native
Introduced

Rhododendron yakushimanum

Yakushima Rhododendron

In Stock: 0.016 lb (Total:0.016lb)
  • Rhododendron yakushimanum

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0.02 lb

Details

Germination:
50%
Germination test:
estimate
Purity:
96%
Seeds per lb:
1,248,000
Quantity:
0.02 lb
Collected in:
British Columbia
Vancouver
Crop year:
2025
Min. hardiness zone:
5
Item ID:
1836866

Growing Info

Scarification
Scarification: none required
Stratification
Stratification: none required
Germination
Germination: requires light for germination, surface sow and keep moist

Other: Sterile soil should be used, care should be taken to not sow the seed too thick 

Native to: Japan, Yakushima Island
Native
Introduced
Discover the exquisite allure of Yakushima Rhododendron, an evergreen marvel from Japan's Yakushima Island. Known as Rhododendron yakushimanum, this captivating shrub is a member of the Ericaceae family. It boasts a compact, dense, dome-like shape, achieving heights and widths between 2 to 9 feet over time. Ideal for cooler climates, it thrives in well-drained, acidic, and organically rich soils with partial shade. This resilient plant handles more sun than most rhododendrons, but needs shelter from harsh afternoon sun.

Adorn your garden with its glossy, leathery leaves, which reveal velvety brown hairs beneath; its new growth is draped in soft white fuzz. In mid-spring, enjoy clusters of bell-shaped flowers emerging from dark-pink buds, transitioning to a soft pink and ultimately a delicate white, creating a stunning spectacle. Yakushima Rhododendron's flowers attract bees and pollinators, making it an excellent choice for pollinator gardens, containers, or as a charming low hedge.

While susceptible to certain insects and diseases, such as aphids and root rot, conscientious care can mitigate these issues. Embraced globally within just 50 years, its beauty and charm are unrivaled, capturing the hearts of gardeners and enthusiasts alike. Transform your landscape with the enchanting Yakushima Rhododendron today!

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