Rhododendron arboreum

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Rhododendron arboreum
Family Ericaceae
Genus Rhododendron
Species
Common Name(s) Rhododendron
Synonym(s)
Features Foliage, Flowers, Scent
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Description

In its native land this species can grow 30m tall, it has a narrow, cylindrical crown. The leaves are leathery and deep bronze-green. The flowers are red, white or deep pink and bell-shaped in globular heads of about 15 to 20 blooms they bloom in early spring.

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Sun Partial SunFull Sun
Shelter ShelteredModerate Shelter
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Hardiness hardy
Drainage Well DrainedPoorly Drained
Moist conditions with high humidity.
Soil Type Clay, Loam, Sand
Needs humus-rich (moderate fertility) clay and well drained. Hardy hybrids prefer water-logged soils
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Foliage

Height (m) : 6 - 12
Spread (m) : 2 - 4
Growth Habit : Bushy
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Colour : Green, White
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Flowering : Early Spring
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Flowers

Colour : Red, Pink, White
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Profusion : Profuse
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