The flowers of this unusual evergreen azalea are made up of slender pink and white striped petals, which give the plants a distinctive, and somewhat tropical feel. Unlike many of the others, it remains quite compact, so this makes it perfect for front of border positions, as well as medium-sized pots placed on a lightly shaded patio.
How to care for Rhododendron Pink Spider (PBR):
Avoid planting too deeply. Apply a generous 5-7cm (2-3in) mulch of leaf mould around the base of the plant each spring.
Flowering period:
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Eventual height:
0.75m
Eventual spread:
0.75m
Soil:
Humus-rich, moist, well-drained acid soil or ericaceous compost
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This shrub is semi-evergreen, so it can lose some of its leaves in winter. In colder regions or more exposed gardens, it may lose them all, but then fresh new foliage appears again in spring.
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Humans/Pets: Harmful if eaten