A bright and cheerful rhododendron with pale yellow flowers flushed with soft peach tones in late spring. ‘Virginia Richards’ adds warmth to ericaceous borders and contrasts beautifully with darker flowering varieties. A strong-growing evergreen shrub with good garden presence.

Quick Facts
• Sunlight: Partial shade
• Soil: Acidic, moist but well drained soil
• Flowering time: May
• Height and spread: Around 140–180cm tall and wide
• Hardiness: Fully hardy shrub
• Wildlife: Attracts pollinators

This shrub is evergreen, keeping its foliage year round.

Rhododendron Virginia Richards 5L

A bright and cheerful rhododendron with pale yellow flowers flushed with soft peach tones in late spring. ‘Virginia Richards’ adds warmth to ericaceous borders and contrasts beautifully with darker flowering varieties. A strong-growing evergreen shrub with good garden presence.

Quick Facts
• Sunlight: Partial shade
• Soil: Acidic, moist but well drained soil
• Flowering time: May
• Height and spread: Around 140–180cm tall and wide
• Hardiness: Fully hardy shrub
• Wildlife: Attracts pollinators

This shrub is evergreen, keeping its foliage year round.

Planting Ideas

Lovely with Azaleas, Pieris and Spring bulbs.

More Information

Plant in acidic soil only.
Mulch annually to retain moisture.
Shelter from strong winds.


This plant is considered toxic. If a toxicity warning is not shown on a plant listing, this does not automatically mean the plant is safe. Always take care when planting where children or animals may chew foliage.

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1.5m x 1.5m
Full Sun / Partial Shade
Well-drained acidic soil
Fully Hardy

Quick Facts

Sunlight:

Full sun, Part shade

Soil:

Moist but well drained soil, Well drained soil, Acidic soil

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