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Rhododendron prinophyllumRhododendron prinophyllum

rose azalea, roseshell azalea, mountain azalea

Photograph(s) by*: PLANTS

Characteristics

Height: 2-8'
Spread: 2-8'
Flowers: May-Jun.; pink
Fruit: May-Sept.

Conditions *

Light: Full sun Partial shade Shade
Moisture: Dry Moist
Soil pH:
Soil type: Organic

Habitat

Rocky woods, rich woods, high altitudes

Native to

Region: Mountain *
States:

Wildlife

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Notes

may reach 15 feet tall, but rarely; flowers have clove-like scent


 Publication by USFWS BayScapes Conservation Landscaping Program
http://www.nps.gov/plants/pubs/chesapeake/plant/403.htm
Last updated: 1 October 2004