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  • RHODODENDRON 'Hydon Velvet'
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    RHODODENDRON 'Hydon Velvet'

    RHODODENDRON HYBRIDS

    Pale pink flowers with striking indumentum on the underside of the leaves
     
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    • Burncoose speciality
      See Burncoose Speciality group for more details
    • Good to know
      Shallow planting is essential. Ideal for small gardens and containers.
    • Pests & Diseases
      Vine weevils, whiteflies, scale insects, caterpillars, aphids, honey fungus, powdery mildew, bud blast.
    • Place of origin
      Garden origin. UK. 1960. AF George, Godalming, Surrey.
    • Rhododendrons
    • Rhododendron
    • Evergreen
      Striking cinnamon-coloured indumentum.
    • Shades of pink
      All shades of pink through to Carmine (red)
      Pale pink
    • Patio / pot plants
    • Suitable for small gardens
    • Fully hardy
    • Entire
    • Oblanceolate
    • Height
      1.2m (4ft)
    • Spread
      1.2m (4ft)
    • Medium shrub
      Typically grow to around 4-6 feet in height
      Produces flowers in compact, rounded trusses
    • 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.

    • 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)
    • Spring Seasonal Interest
    • Acid / ericaceous loving
      Ideally pH 4.5-6.0
    • Fertile moist well-drained soil
      Humus-rich
    • Neutral to acid soil
    • Full sun
    • Partial shade
    • harmful if eaten
      People and pets, i.e. cats, dogs, rabbits, rodents, tortoises
    • Rabbit Resistant
    • Mature Size
      1.2m (4ft)
      Medium Shrub - guide for size not form Watering Can
        1.2m (4ft)
       
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