Rhododendron pachypodum, Madden Rhododendron Unusual Conifer minimal maintenance required once mature

minimal maintenance required once mature

showy clusters of fragrant

elongated foliage and a narrow-ish

Prickly stems and unusual prickly hips/fruits

red flowering shrub

Rhododendron pachypodum, Madden Rhododendron Unusual Conifer minimal maintenance required once matureUSDA 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.