Hairy Alpenrose (Rhododendron Hirsutum) is a perennial shrub in the Ericaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 4-7. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Rhododendron hirsutum is a compact evergreen shrub native to the mountains of Europe, particularly the Eastern Alps. It is known for its hairy leaf margins and elliptic to lance-shaped green leaves.