Rhododendron glischrum subsp. rude
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An evergreen shrub or small tree, with an upright habit, and narrowly ovate green leaves up to 30cm long. Leaves and young shoots are covered with small fine hairs. Produces clusters of 10-14 small, bell-shaped flowers in shades of pink and red, with darker lines and often with purple flecks on the upper petals, from mid- to late spring. This species can grow up to 8m high, though it rarely reaches this height in the UK
Scientific classification
- Species
- Rhododendron glischrum subsp. rude (Rhododendron glischrum subsp. rude)
- Genus
- Rhododendron
- Family
- Ericaceae
- Harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
- Toxicity
- Shrubs
- Plant type
- 4-8 metres
- Height
- 4-8 metres
- Spread
- Evergreen
- Foliage
- Columnar upright
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
- Season of interest
- Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of Rhododendron glischrum subsp. rude
Distribution map
China, India
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Culture
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Toxicity
Harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Quick identification of Rhododendron glischrum subsp. rude
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Rhododendron glischrum subsp. rude care guide
- Keep acidic root zone moist and cool, never soggy
- Watering
- Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Keep acidic root zone moist and cool, never soggy
Fertilizing
FertilizingEricaceous feed in spring and lightly after bloom
Pruning
PruningUsually little pruning is needed. Lightly shape if necessary, removing dead, damaged or diseased shoots. Prune after flowering.
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by semi-ripe cuttings in late summer, by layering in autumn, or by grafting in winter
Growing
GrowingGrow in moist but well-drained, humus rich, acidic soil, in partial or dappled shade. Choose a site away from frost pockets and sheltered from strong winds, and do not allow plants to dry out. Mulch annually, ideally with leaf mould. See rhododendron cultivation for more detailed advice
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
May be susceptible to powdery mildews, honey fungus, silver leaf and Phytophthora, as well as more specific Rhododendron diseases
Pests
May be susceptible to vine weevil, rhododendron and azalea whitefly, rhododendron leafhopper, Pieris lacebug, scale insects, caterpillars and aphids
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