Western labrador-tea
Rhododendron columbianum
Also known as
- Columbia rhododendron
- Columbian Labrador-tea
- Trapper's Tea
- glandular Labrador tea
- trapper's-tea
- western Labrador tea
Ericaceae
Shrub
Ornamental
Evergreen
Attracts pollinators
About this plant
Rhododendron columbianum, known as Western Labrador-tea, is a shrub species. It is cultivated as an ornamental plant, but details on its specific growing conditions, hardiness, and bloom time are not available. It is noted as being toxic.
Light
Partial shade
Watering
Medium water
Soil
Loamy, Peaty, Sandy
Height
1.3–2 m
Spread
1–2 m
Zones
4–8
Flower colors
Calendar
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Bloom Period
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Bloom Period
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Growing Tips
As a rhododendron, it likely prefers acidic, well-drained soil and partial shade, though specific cultivation needs for this species are unknown.
Data source: Trefle.io