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Rhododendron simsii

Family Ericaceae
Plant Type broadleaf evergreen
Zone USDA:   8a - 10b   RHS:   H - HH   EGF:   H4 - G1   Australia:   2 - 4  
Care Level
Height 1.8 - 3 m (6 - 10 ft)
Spread 1.8 - 3 m (6 - 10 ft)
Light light shade to shade
Soil Moisture
Soil Type loam
Soil pH acidic

Description The broadleaf evergreen Rhododendron simsii (evergreen azalea) bears showy and bright red blossoms during early spring to mid spring. This plant is rounded in form and has glossy, medium textured and evergreen foliage that is medium green in colour. The bark is smooth in texture. Rhododendron simsii (evergreen azalea) is a specimen plant and it can serve as a focal point in your garden.
Typical Uses Border, container, hedge, house plant, foundation, specimen and tropical.
Special Characteristics This broadleaf evergreen attracts hummingbirds to your garden.