{"product_id":"rosebay-rhododendron-rhododendron-maximum-seeds-300-seeds-hardy-evergreen-woodland-shrub","title":"Rosebay Rhododendron – Rhododendron maximum Seeds | 300 Seeds | Hardy Evergreen Woodland Shrub","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"98\" data-end=\"404\"\u003eRosebay Rhododendron (Rhododendron maximum), also known as Great Laurel or White Laurel, is a hardy evergreen shrub native to eastern North America. Found naturally from Georgia to Nova Scotia, it thrives in cool woodlands, along streams, and on moist, acidic, shaded slopes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"406\" data-end=\"740\"\u003eThis large, multi-stemmed shrub typically grows 8–15 feet tall and wide, but under ideal woodland conditions may grow much larger and even take on a tree-like form. Its broad, glossy dark green leaves (4–12 inches long) provide bold texture and year-round interest. New growth is slightly glandular and may feel sticky to the touch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"742\" data-end=\"1047\"\u003eIn late June to mid-summer, impressive upright trusses of 15–30 funnel-shaped flowers appear. Blooms range from pale pink to nearly white with yellow-green spotting. These late-season flowers attract hummingbirds and butterflies and brighten shaded gardens when many other shrubs have finished blooming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1049\" data-end=\"1298\"\u003eExtremely cold tolerant and well adapted to dense shade, Rosebay Rhododendron is ideal for woodland gardens, naturalized plantings, shrub borders, and mass plantings. In the wild, it spreads naturally by layering, forming dense evergreen thickets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1300\" data-end=\"1434\"\u003eThis 300-seed quantity is ideal for larger landscape projects, native plant restoration, woodland plantings, or nursery propagation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1436\" data-end=\"1603\"\u003eYou will receive:\u003cbr data-start=\"1453\" data-end=\"1456\"\u003e✔️ 300 Rosebay Rhododendron seeds\u003cbr data-start=\"1489\" data-end=\"1492\"\u003e✔️ Botanical name: Rhododendron maximum\u003cbr data-start=\"1531\" data-end=\"1534\"\u003e✔️ Open-pollinated seeds\u003cbr data-start=\"1558\" data-end=\"1561\"\u003e✔️ Untreated seeds\u003cbr data-start=\"1579\" data-end=\"1582\"\u003e✔️ Secure packaging\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1605\" data-end=\"2108\"\u003e🌿 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1608\" data-end=\"1631\"\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1631\" data-end=\"1634\"\u003eCommon Names: Rosebay Rhododendron, Great Laurel, White Laurel\u003cbr data-start=\"1696\" data-end=\"1699\"\u003ePlant Type: Multi-stemmed evergreen flowering shrub\u003cbr data-start=\"1750\" data-end=\"1753\"\u003eGrowth Rate: Medium\u003cbr data-start=\"1772\" data-end=\"1775\"\u003eMature Height: 8–15 feet (can grow larger)\u003cbr data-start=\"1817\" data-end=\"1820\"\u003eSpread: 8–15 feet\u003cbr data-start=\"1837\" data-end=\"1840\"\u003eSun: Part shade to dappled shade\u003cbr data-start=\"1872\" data-end=\"1875\"\u003eSoil: Acidic, humusy, organically rich, moisture-retentive but well-drained\u003cbr data-start=\"1950\" data-end=\"1953\"\u003eWater: Medium (consistent moisture required)\u003cbr data-start=\"1997\" data-end=\"2000\"\u003eUSDA Zones: 4–6\u003cbr data-start=\"2015\" data-end=\"2018\"\u003eDrought Tolerance: Low\u003cbr data-start=\"2040\" data-end=\"2043\"\u003eBloom Time: Late June to July\u003cbr data-start=\"2072\" data-end=\"2075\"\u003eBloom Color: Pale pink to white\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2110\" data-end=\"2330\"\u003e💡 Best suited for cool woodland settings. Protect from hot afternoon sun and strong winter winds. Mulch annually with pine needles or bark to retain moisture and maintain soil acidity. Avoid allowing roots to dry out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2332\" data-end=\"2419\"\u003e🌱 \u003cstrong data-start=\"2335\" data-end=\"2368\"\u003eSeed Germination Instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2368\" data-end=\"2371\"\u003eRosebay Rhododendron seeds are extremely tiny.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col data-start=\"2421\" data-end=\"2629\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2421\" data-end=\"2487\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2424\" data-end=\"2487\"\u003eSurface sow indoors at 55–64°F in acidic potting mix or peat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2488\" data-end=\"2537\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2491\" data-end=\"2537\"\u003eDo not cover seeds (light aids germination).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2538\" data-end=\"2578\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2541\" data-end=\"2578\"\u003eUse a humidity dome and grow light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2579\" data-end=\"2629\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2582\" data-end=\"2629\"\u003eMist gently to keep evenly moist (not soggy).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"Tree Seeds Plus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47855580217585,"sku":null,"price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0549\/4476\/0049\/files\/ListingShopify1_2.jpg?v=1772345530","url":"https:\/\/sejahteraseeds.com\/products\/rosebay-rhododendron-rhododendron-maximum-seeds-300-seeds-hardy-evergreen-woodland-shrub","provider":"Sejahtera Seeds and Bulbs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}