Rhododendron ‘Taurus’
Rhododendron 'Taurus' has deep red flowers with maroon flecked throats and dark green foliage.
Rhododendron ‘Taurus’ features deep red buds in winter opening in late spring to large, rounded trusses of solid red, funnel-shaped flowers with dark maroon flecks on the upper petals. Large, glossy dark-green foliage provides a beautiful contrast. Plants can reach 6-8 feet tall and wide. Responds well to pruning after flowering. Benefits from evenly moist, well-drained, slightly acidic-based soil and mulch. Use as an informal privacy hedge, accent, foundation, mass planting and for winter interest. Attracts bees and bumblebees. Deer and rabbit resistant.
Common Name: Rhododendron
Family: Ericaceae (The Heath Family)
Zone Hardiness: 5-8
Light: Part Sun, Part Shade
Height: 6-10'
Width: 5-8'
Primary Bloom Colour: Red
Secondary Bloom Colour: Burgundy
Bloom Time: Late Spring
Foliage Colour: Green
Class: Evergreen
Type: Shrub
Soil Moisture: Moist, Average
Stem Colour:
Fragrance: No
Berries:
Benefits: Bees
Deer Resistant: Yes
BC Native: No
Native Habitat:
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Geographical Origin: Garden Origin
