Great Laurel (Rhododendron Maximum) is a perennial shrub in the Ericaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires high watering and partial shade or full shade or dappled_shade light in USDA hardiness zones 4-8. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Rhododendron maximum is a large, evergreen shrub native to eastern North America, known for its leathery leaves and showy clusters of pale pink to white flowers.