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RHODODENDRON moupinense
RHODODENDRON SCENTED
Flowers white or pink with a sweet scent
£30.00
MULTIBUY SAVING
Any 3+ £25.00 each
Plant Details
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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Burncoose speciality
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Good to know
Shallow planting in lime-free soil is essential -
Pests & Diseases
Vine weevils, scale insects, powdery mildew, bud blast, honey fungus -
Place of origin
Western China -
Rhododendrons
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Rhododendron
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EvergreenNarrowly ovate, elliptic or obovate, glossy, dark green leaves 3-5cm(1¼-2in) long, paler green and minutely scaly beneath
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Fully hardy
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Entire
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Elliptic
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Obovate
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Ovate
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Height
1.2m (4ft) -
Spread
1.2m (4ft)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightCompact, dwarf rhododendron. Produces trusses of up to 3 funnel-shaped flowers 3-4cm (1¼-1½in) long, sometimes spotted purple inside
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Hardy - cold winter
Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F) -
Scented flowers
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Scented Rhododendrons
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Winter Seasonal Interest
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harmful if eaten
People and pets, i.e. cats, dogs, rabbits, rodents, tortoises -
Rabbit Resistant
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Mature Size1.2m (4ft)
1.2m (4ft)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
Suitable for small gardens
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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.
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Soil Conditions
Acid / ericaceous lovingIdeally pH 4.5-6.0Fertile moist well-drained soilHumus-rich
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Sun Requirements
Partial shade
Dappled shade
Planting Combinations