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.
Advertisement
Plant calendar
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Sow
yes
yes
yes
Plant
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
Flowers
yes
yes
Take cuttings
yes
yes
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.
