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Growing Info

Scarification: none required

Stratification: none required

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: Alabama, Eastern United States, Kentucky, Massachusetts, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, United States, US-Georgia, VA, West Virginia

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Rhododendron catawbienseRhododendron catawbiense

Catawba Rhododendron, Catawba Rosebay

In Stock: 0.212 lb (Total:0.212lb)

Rhododendron catawbiense

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0.21 lb NC

Details

Germination:

40%

Germination test:

estimate

Purity:

70%

Seeds per lb:

1,750,000

Quantity:

0.21 lb

Collected in:

North Carolina

Crop year:

2025

Min. hardiness zone:

Item ID:

1837395

Characteristics

Growing Info

Scarification: none required

Stratification: none required

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: Alabama, Eastern United States, Kentucky, Massachusetts, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, United States, US-Georgia, VA, West Virginia

Native

Introduced

Elevate your garden with the stunning Catawba Rhododendron (Rhododendron catawbiense), a captivating evergreen shrub native to the Appalachian Mountains. Renowned for its vibrant lavender-pink, funnel-shaped flowers, this broadleaf beauty blooms from April to June, captivating hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees. An ideal choice for pollinator and butterfly gardens, Catawba Rhododendron adds a sprinkle of enchantment and ecological value to your landscape.

Growing to heights of 6-10 feet, this multi-stemmed shrub thrives in USDA Zones 4-8. Its glossy, dark green leaves provide year-round visual interest, and its spreading, rounded form makes it perfect for specimen planting, hedges, or mass plantings to create dense thickets. For optimal growth, plant in acidic, well-drained soil with medium moisture in partial to full shade, avoiding harsh afternoon sun and strong winds.

To ensure robust health, keep the shallow root system moist with annual mulching and avoid siting near walnuts due to root toxicity. With its spectacular flowers and evergreen appeal, Catawba Rhododendron promises to be a perennial favorite, offering scenic beauty and serving as a sanctuary for wildlife. Transform your garden into a vibrant, serene retreat with this quintessential addition.