Catawba Rosebay

 

Common Name	Catawba Rosebay
Scientific Name	Rhododendron catawbiense
Native Region	Middle, East
Moisture Conditions	Moist Upland Site
Light Preference	Partial Sun, Full Shade
Wildlife Value	birds, large mammals
Soil pH	Acidic (pH<6)
Height	8'to 20'
Bloom Time	Spring
Evergreen	Yes
Comments	evergreen shrub with attractive leaves and large clusters of lilac-purple flowers; occurs on acid soils on mountain summits, bluffs, and cliffs; frequented by butterflies especially swallowtails, gulf fritillaries and migrating monarchs