Rhododendron pachypodum, Madden Rhododendron Stewartia

Rhododendron pachypodum, Madden Rhododendron StewartiaUSDA Cold Hardiness Zone: 8 to 9. Mine grow well enough here in 9a ish where there is snow and hard frost. Hardiness depends on the clone. Native Range: Southeast to East Asia. Soil: Well drained, low pH. Light: Light shade, morning sun. Height in the Garden: 8' Attributes: Madden group Rhododendrons typically have medium to large white to light colored, highly fragrant flowers. The leaves are lepidote and the plant has a moderately dense structure.

fissured texture over time

Notes:  A tall

red flowers in late spring

slightly acidic to neutralLight: Partial shade to full sunHeight in the Garden: 10'–20' (can reach 30'+ in ideal conditions)Attributes: Broadleaf evergreen

easy to grow and thickens quickly

garden tree

but is slow growing

Seven Star Azalea is a wonderful

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The hips are high in vitamin C and antioxidants

Attributes: Broadleaf evergreen oak with narrow

is an elegant evergreen fern native to Europe