Rhododendron occidentale
Family: Ericaceae
Native to: Western North America
Sentiment: beware
Plant
Type: shrub
Forms: clumping, erect
Leaves evergreen
Max height: 9.8 feet
Max width: 8 feet
Flower
pink, secondary color present, white/off white
Leaf
green
Horticulture
Attracts wildlife: adult butterfly, hummingbird, specific butterfly species
Plant part consumed by birds: insects, nectar
Bird uses plant for shelter or cover or cavity: shelter
Plant features: evergreen
Exposure: light shade
Propagates by: seed
flowers in spring
Soil acidity: acidic
Soil type: well drained
USDA Zones: zone 7 to 0 f, zone 8 to +10 f, zone 9 to +20 f
Temp. range: 0 to +30 °F
Water: drought tolerant, regular
Butterflies that feed on this plant