Rhododendron maximum, Great Laurel, is a large evergreen shrub native to eastern North America. It has dark green leaves and showy white to pink flowers in summer. It pre
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Sunlight
Partial to full shade
Watering
Consistent moisture, well-drained
Soil
Acidic, well-drained, rich in organic matter
Temperature
Cool summers, hardy to cold winters
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Acid-forming, slow-release in spring
Partial to full shade
Consistent moisture, well-drained
Acidic, well-drained, rich in organic matter
Cool summers, hardy to cold winters
10-24 °C
Outdoor
Acid-forming, slow-release in spring
Plant Type
Shrub
Plant Category
Flowering, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Garden, Ground
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
2-4 m
Spread
2-4 m
Growth Rate
Slow to moderate
Dormancy
Winter (reduced growth)
Leaf Color
Dark green
Leaf Type
Evergreen, simple, oblong to elliptic
Flower Size
4-6 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
3000
Toxic for humans
Yes
Rating: 9/5
Toxic for pets
Yes
Rating: 8/5
Edible
No
All parts of Rhododendron maximum contain grayanotoxins, which are toxic if ingested by humans or animals. Symptoms can include nausea, vomiting, dizziness, and potentially more severe cardiac effects.
