Rhododendron Bloombux Magenta ('Microhirs9') (PBR) (Inkarho)
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As an alternative to box hedging, ‘Bloombux Magenta’ is a great contender that also flowers in early summer and tolerates some shade. It takes pruning in its stride, so if you do want to clip it to shape, just give it a trim straight after the early summer flowers have faded. These flowers form in clusters and are a beautiful shade of bright magenta-pink. They are also attractive to bees and butterflies. You can grow this compact, evergreen rhododendron along the front of a border, or use it to line a partially shaded pathway. An INKARHO type, it will tolerate soils with a neutral pH and can also be grown in a pot.
Please note that the pot in the photo is not supplied with the plant, which will arrive in a simple nursery pot.
Please note that the pot in the photo is not supplied with the plant, which will arrive in a simple nursery pot.
How to care for Rhododendron Bloombux Magenta ('MIcrohirs9') (PBR) (Inkarho):
When planting ‘Bloombux Magenta’ incorporate well-rotted compost or manure into the planting hole and add some mycorrhizal fungi to aid root establishment. It is an IKARO-type and will tolerate close to neutral pH as well as acidic soils. After flowering lightly trim back shoots that spoil the symmetry of the plant. After pruning apply a generous 5-7cm mulch of well-rotted garden compost or manure around the base of the plant.
Flowering period:
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Eventual height:
0.75m
Eventual spread:
0.75m
Position:
Full sun / light shade
Rate of growth:
Average
Soil:
Humus-rich, moist, well-drained acid soil or ericaceous compost
Hardiness:
Fully hardy
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Humans/Pets: Harmful if eaten
2 litre pot
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