RHODODENDRON 'Fragrantissimum'

RHODODENDRON SCENTED

Probably the most highly scented rhododendron, large white flowers tinged pink. Our choice as the best rhododendron for the conservatory or cool greenhouse

Pot size - 2 to 3 Litre - Click to view photo

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Pot size - 3 - 5 Litre - Click to view photo

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£45.00 each

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Burncoose speciality
See Burncoose Speciality group for more details
Good to know
R. edgeworthii x R. formosum. Shallow planting in lime-free soil is essential
Pests & Diseases
Vine weevils, whiteflies, scale insects, caterpillars, aphids, honey fungus, powdery mildew, bud blast.
Place of origin
Garden origin. UK. 1868. W. Rollisson & Sons, Upper Tooting, London
Rhododendrons
Rhododendron
Evergreen
Hairy, corrugated, medium-sized leaves 5-15cm (2-6in) long.
White
Cottage garden
Patio / pot plants
Town garden
Frost hardy (down to -5)
Entire
Oblanceolate
Height
2m (6½ft)
Spread
2m (6½ft)
Medium shrub
Typically grow to around 4-6 feet in height

Lax habit. produces trusses of up to 4 broadly funnel-shaped flowers 6cm (2½in) long with yellow throats and brown anthers
Pruning group 5
Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs that require minimal pruning.
Action: Trim or lightly cut back shoots that spoil symmetry. Deadhead regularly.
When: Annually after flowering.
Half hardy - unheated greenhouse / mild winter
Hardy in coastal and relatively mild parts of the UK except in severe winters and a risk from sudden (early) frosts. May be hardy elsewhere with wall shelter or good micro-climate. Likely to be damaged or killed in cold winters. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -5°C (23°F)
Scented flowers
Spicy, nutmeg scented.
Scented Rhododendrons
Spring Seasonal Interest
Acid / ericaceous loving
Ideally pH 4.5-6.0
Fertile moist well-drained soil
Humus-rich
Full sun
Shelter from strong winds
Partial shade
harmful if eaten
People and pets, i.e. cats, dogs, rabbits, rodents, tortoises
Bee friendly
Rabbit Resistant