Rhododendron impeditum
Cloudland Rhododendron
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Cloudland Rhododendron (Rhododendron impeditum) - Description
A true dwarf Rhododendron with tiny leaves to boot. It will be literally covered in purplish blooms in April or May for almost a month's time. It will give you the best show when it is receiving proper amount of sun and is in moderately moist soil that is acidic in nature. If planted in large groups this plant works very nicely as an evergreen ground cover...and imagine the look when they are all in bloom!
Cloudland Rhododendron (Rhododendron impeditum) - Blooming
Blooms in early Spring. There are many varieties of Rhododendrons and Azaleas that come in many different colors and styles.
Cloudland Rhododendron (Rhododendron impeditum) - Growth
Rhododendrons do best with filtered sunlight. Generally, these plants will need more protection from the sun as the climate gets sunnier and hotter. They do best in cooler, temperate climates that have sufficient rainfall.
Cloudland Rhododendron (Rhododendron impeditum) - Planting
Sow seeds in soil that is acidic as soon as the seeds are ripe or in early spring. Maintain the temperature between 55 and 65°F (18°C). It should be noted that Rhododendrons readily hybridize and seeds collected from your garden may produce offspring that do not closely resemble the parents.
Cloudland Rhododendron (Rhododendron impeditum) - Pest
Prone to whitefly, lace bugs, scale, caterpillars and aphids. Susceptible to powdery mildew, leafy gall and root rot.
Cloudland Rhododendron (Rhododendron impeditum) - Interesting facts
The name Rhododendron literally translates to "rose tree". The species R. catawbiense is found throughout the Appalachian Mountains. Not only is it the state flower of West Virginia, it is also on the state flag.
Cloudland Rhododendron (Rhododendron impeditum) - Soil and irrigation
Need fast-draining soils that are rich and acidic. Does best if the soil also retains sufficient quantities of water (amend soil with organic matter to do so). These plants need more air in the root zone than most plants do. Plants that are yellowing and that have leaves that are dropping are most likely sitting in water and the roots are drowning.
