Plants ยป Rhododendron

Rhododendron hookeri

Submitted by admin on Fri, 01/04/2008 - 13:52

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Rhododendron hookeri
Family Ericaceae
Genus Rhododendron
Species
Common Name(s) Azalea
Synonym(s)
Features Foliage, Flowers, Scent
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This evergreen species is a shrub or small tree growing to 4m with smooth bark and broadly oblanceolate leaves that are veined and hairy. The flowers are tubular to bell-shaped and pink-purple in colour.

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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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Height (m) : 2 - 4
Spread (m) : 1 - 3
Growth Habit : Bushy
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