Rhodora (Canadense)

The Rhodora (Canadense) is generally described as a perennial shrub. This is native to the U.S. (United States) has its most active growth period in the spring and summer . The Rhodora (Canadense) has dark green foliage and inconspicuous purple flowers, with a smattering of conspicuous brown fruits or seeds. The greatest bloom is usually observed in the mid spring, with fruit and seed production starting in the spring and continuing until summer. Leaves are retained year to year. The Rhodora (Canadense) has a long life span relative to most other plant species and a moderate growth rate. At maturity, the typical Rhodora (Canadense) will reach up to 18 feet high, with a maximum height at 20 years of 12 feet.

The Rhodora (Canadense) is easily found in nurseries, garden stores and other plant dealers and distributors. It can be propagated by bare root, container, cuttings, seed. It has a slow ability to spread through seed production and the seedlings have low vigor. Note that cold stratification is not required for seed germination and the plant cannot survive exposure to temperatures below -23°F. has low tolerance to drought and restricted water conditions.