Carolina Rhododendron
Rhododendron carolinianum
Ericaceae
Growth habit
Shrub
Perennation
Long-lived polycarpic perennial
Native distribution
Blue Ridge Mnts. of SC, NC, and TN
Location
Comstock Knoll and Rhododendron Collection
Source of plant
Unknown
Description
Small, rounded evergreen shrub reaching 3' to 6' in height and width. Foliage usually assuming a purplish tinge in cold climates. Flowers vary from white to pale rose and lilac-rose, borne in terminal, 4- to 10-flowered, umbel-like, 3" diameter trusses in May; corolla 5-lobed, about 1 1/2" wide.
USDA Hardiness Zone
4
Special characteristics
winter interest, hardiness