An almost prostrate, evergreen shrub with glossy dark green leaves. Clusters of purplish crimson flowers with crimson spots inside in late spring and early summer. Max Height 30cm. Max Spread 90cm. Flowers May to June. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser.
Rhododendron calostrotum ssp. keleticum
An almost prostrate, evergreen shrub with glossy dark green leaves. Clusters of purplish crimson flowers with crimson spots inside in late spring and early summer.
Additional information
| Generic | Rhododendron |
|---|---|
| Species | calostrotum |
| Varietry | ssp. keleticum |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | purple, crimson |
| Soil | Acidic |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 30cm |
| Family | Ericaceae |
| Spread | 90cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Low spreading |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | May, June |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser |
| Care | Provide a deep winter mulch |
| Border | Border |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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