An evergreen shrub with clusters of widely funnel-shaped, rose-purple flowers in late winter and early spring. Max Height 1.2m. Max Spread 1.2m. Flowers February to March. Full Sun. Hardy. Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser.
Rhododendron ‘Praecox’ Hybrid
An evergreen shrub with clusters of widely funnel-shaped, rose-purple flowers in late winter and early spring.
Category: Rhododendron
Additional information
Generic | Rhododendron |
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Species | |
Varietry | 'Praecox' Hybrid |
Common Name | |
Flower Colour | Red, Purple |
Soil | Acidic |
Aspect | Full Sun |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Height | 1.2m |
Family | Ericaceae |
Spread | 1.2m |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Bushy |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | Green |
Flowers From | February, March |
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 | |
Pests and diseases | |
Maintenance | |
Propagation |
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