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Hybrid Rhododendron
Rhododendron Gomer Waterer
This is a lovely, spreading evergreen variety with distinctively thick, deep green leaves. It bears masses of light pink flowers which emerge from delicate, pink flower buds, fading to white with age. These are produced in dense clusters and provide a very commanding floral display between May and June, with a golden flare in the upper lobe of each flower. It can also be grown as a foliage plant because the glossy, dark green leaves have a habit of spreading into a nice compact mound without any pruning. An exceptional variety which is perfect for growing along fence lines or for growing in places where space is at a premium, such as side yards, entries and courtyards. It is also small enough to make a non-encroaching foundation plant in the front yard or in shaded nooks, where the white flowers stand brilliantly.
Position:
Prefers partial shade
Soil:
An acidic soil is essential
Rate of Growth:
Slow to average
Flowering Period:
May to June
Flower Colour:
Light pink fading to white with age
Other Features:
It's spreading growth habit makes it useful as a small ground cover shrub
Hardiness:
Fully hardy: stands a temperature down to -15°C
Garden Care:
Be careful not to plant too deep and incorporate lots of peat in the planting hole. Apply a generous woodchip mulch in summer to help the plant retain moisture and to protect the root from overheating. During the first growing season, water regularly in periods of dry weather to establish a deep, extensive root system and feed with an acid fertiliser after the plant has flowered. Routine pruning is not required.
Eventual Height: 1.2m
Eventual Spread:
2m
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Approx Pot Size |
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4 litre pot |
30-40cm |
£14.90 |
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