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  • RHODODENDRON 'Fragrantissimum'
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© Burncoose Nurseries, all pictures for illustrative purposes only. CAMELLIA 'Cornish Spring' and RHODODENDRON 'Fragrantissimum'
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    RHODODENDRON 'Fragrantissimum'

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    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
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    2 to 3 Litre   - Click to view photo
    Delivery Information
    Available again from summer 2025
    £30.00 each 
    MULTIBUY SAVING
    Any 3+ £25.00 each
    Available again from summer 2025 - Could be any time, June through to end August. This is not a guaranteed date but an estimate and subject to availability.
    also Large
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    3 - 5 Litre   - Click to view photo
    Delivery Information
    Estimated availability autumn 2025 Any time SEPT-DEC
    £45.00 each 
    Estimated availability autumn 2025 Any time SEPT-DEC - Not yet confirmed. Could be any time between September and December.
     
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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
    • Mature Size
      2m (6½ft)
      Medium Shrub - guide for size not form Average Person
        2m (6½ft)
       
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