Rhododendron groenlandicum
Bog Labrador Tea
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Bog Labrador Tea (Rhododendron groenlandicum) - Description
Rhododendron groenlandicum (Bog Labrador tea, formerly Ledum groenlandicum or Ledum latifolium), is a flowering plant in the subsection Ledum of the large genus Rhododendron in the family Ericaceae. It is a low shrub growing to 50 cm (rarely up to 2 m) tall with evergreen leaves 20–60 mm long and 3–15 mm broad. The leaves are wrinkled on top, densely hairy white to red-brown underneath, and have a leathery texture, curling at the edges.
Bog Labrador Tea (Rhododendron groenlandicum) - Blooming
Blooms in early Spring. There are many varieties of Rhododendrons and Azaleas that come in many different colors and styles.
Bog Labrador Tea (Rhododendron groenlandicum) - 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.
Bog Labrador Tea (Rhododendron groenlandicum) - 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.
Bog Labrador Tea (Rhododendron groenlandicum) - Pest
Prone to whitefly, lace bugs, scale, caterpillars and aphids. Susceptible to powdery mildew, leafy gall and root rot.
Bog Labrador Tea (Rhododendron groenlandicum) - 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.
Bog Labrador Tea (Rhododendron groenlandicum) - 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.
