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RHODODENDRON 'Orakel'
RHODODENDRON HYBRIDS
(syn. 'Hachmann's Orakel') - Deep purple flowers with distinctive blackberry-red blotch.
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Evergreen
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Height1.5m (5ft)
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Spread1.5m (5ft)
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Very hardyHardy in the severest continental climates including exposed upland locations in the UK. Plant can withstand temperatures < -20 (-4°F)
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Partial shadeIdeally, dappled shade
RHODODENDRON 'Orakel'
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Additional FeaturesBurncoose specialitySee Burncoose Speciality group for more detailsGood to knowShallow planting is essentialPests & DiseasesVine weevils, scale insects, honey fungus, powdery mildew, bud blastPlace of originGarden origin. Germany. Holger Hachmann
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Burncoose SpecialitiesRhododendrons
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Core PlantsRhododendron
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Garden Location/ConditionsBorderSuitable for a shrub or mixed borderCottage gardenPatio / pot plantsSuitable for small gardensTown garden
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HardinessFully hardy
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Leaf marginEntire
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Leaf shapeOblanceolate
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Pruning groupPruning group 5Suitable 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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Seasonal InterestSpringSummer
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Soil ConditionsAcid / ericaceous lovingIdeally pH 4.5-6.0Fertile moist well-drained soilHumus-richNeutral to acid soil
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Toxic - Category CHarmful if eatenPeople and pets, i.e. cats, dogs, rabbits, rodents, tortoises
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WildlifeBee friendlyRabbit Resistant
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