RHODODENDRON 'Graziella'

RHODODENDRON HYBRIDS

Narrow, glossy green leaves and a profusion of pink flowers
Further Reading....
  • Evergreen
    Distinctive narrow, pointed glossy leaves have a deep burgundy tint
  • Shades of pink
    All shades of pink through to Carmine (red)
    Sugar-pink
  • Height
    1.2m (4ft)
  • Spread
    1.5m (5ft)
  • Hardy - very cold winter
    Hardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F)
  • Partial shade

RHODODENDRON 'Graziella'

 

 

  • Additional Features
    Burncoose speciality
    See Burncoose Speciality group for more details
    Good to know
    Shallow planting is essential. An obscure form of ponticum
    Pests & Diseases
    Vine weevils, scale insects, honey fungus, powdery mildew, bud blast
    Place of origin
    Garden origin
  • Burncoose Specialities
    Rhododendrons
  • Core Plants
    Rhododendron
  • Flower Shape
    Bell/Lantern
  • Garden Location/Conditions
    Suitable for small gardens
  • Hardiness
    Fully hardy
  • Leaf margin
    Entire
    (see photos above)
  • Leaf shape
    Lanceolate
    (see photos above)
  • Pruning group
    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.

  • Seasonal Interest
    Spring
    Summer
  • Soil Conditions
    Acid / ericaceous loving
    Ideally pH 4.5-6.0
    Fertile moist well-drained soil
    Humus-rich
    Neutral to acid soil
  • Toxic - Category C
    Harmful if eaten
    People and pets, i.e. cats, dogs, rabbits, rodents, tortoises
  • Wildlife
    Rabbit Resistant
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