Rhododendron luteum

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AzaleaShrub, DeciduousFamily: Ericaceae

Flower colour:

Yellow

Foliage colour:

Green

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Position

Sun Exposure:

Dappled shade, full sun, partial shade

Aspect:

South facing, west facing

Position in Border:

Back

Soil

Prefers rich soil:

Acidic / Boggy / Clay / Heavy / Moist / Well Drained / Light / Sandy

The yellow azalea, Rhododendron luteum, is a bushy, upright, deciduous shrub with fragrant warm-yellow flowers that appear in spring. You might also come across this fast-growing species under the name Azalea pontica. Rhododendron luteum grows best in full sun to partial shade, in moist, well-drained neutral or acidic soil that has been enriched with plenty of organic matter.

However, Rhododendron luteum is listed as an invasive, non-native species on Schedule 9 of the Wildlife and Countryside Act in England and Wales. It is an offence to plant or otherwise cause to grow these species in the wild. You should stop them spreading from your garden and avoid purchasing or accepting gifts of these species.

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Rhododendron ‘Luteum’ and wildlife

Rhododendron ‘Luteum’ is known for attracting bees. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers.

Is known to attract Bees

Bees

Is not known to attract Beneficial insects

Beneficial insects

Is not known to attract Birds

Birds

Is not known to attract Butterflies/​Moths

Butterflies/​Moths

Is not known to attract Other pollinators

Other pollinators

Is Rhododendron ‘Luteum’ poisonous?

Rhododendron ‘Luteum’ causes an upset stomach and is harmful if ingested. Its bark, foliage, roots and sap are toxic.

Toxic to:

Is known to attract Cats

Cats

Is known to attract Dogs

Dogs

Is known to attract Horses

Horses

No reported toxicity to:

Is not known to attract Birds

Birds

Is not known to attract Livestock

Livestock

Is not known to attract People

People

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