Rhododendron

Rhododendron catawbiense

moderate outdoor ✗ Toxic to pets

💧 Watering

Every 1–2 weeks, keep soil consistently moist

☀️ Light

Partial shade

💦 Humidity

Average to high

🌡️ Temperature

30–80°F (-1–27°C)

🪏 Soil

Acidic, well-draining soil (pH 4.5–5.5)

✨ Fertilizing

Once after flowering with rhododendron fertilizer

🪴 Repotting

N/A — grown in landscape

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About Rhododendron

Large-leaved evergreen with spectacular clusters of flowers in spring. Bold and dramatic in the landscape.

Care tips

  • Needs acidic soil — test before planting
  • Toxic to pets
  • Don't plant too deep — keep root ball at soil level

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