Rhododendron 'Silver Thimbles' Ericaceae Katherine Henwood, Pacifica There are vireya rhododendrons in bloom every month of the year as they are native to mid to high elevation Asian tropics. This hybrid has small leaves and matching small (to 3/4") bell shaped flowers that are white with a pink blush. The flowers covered the small plant. They are best grown with protection from excess heat or cold in a well-drained epiphytic soil mix. They prefer part shade. Photo by