Rhododendron annae

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A medium to large size evergreen shrub, usually up to 2m tall but may reach as high as 6m in ideal conditions. Leaves are long, narrow, leathery and dark green. Produces loose clusters of bell-shaped flowers in late spring and early summer, usually white with tints of pink, sometimes with purple spots on the upper petals

Rhododendron annae

Scientific classification

Species
Rhododendron annae (Rhododendron annae)
Genus
Rhododendron
Family
Ericaceae
Harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Toxicity
Shrubs
Plant type
1.5-2.5 metres
Height
1.5-2.5 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 annae

Distribution map

China

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Culture

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Toxicity

Harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

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Rhododendron annae care guide

Moderate regular watering cycles, partial soil dryness tolerated safely
Watering
Partial shade
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Watering

Moderate regular watering cycles, partial soil dryness tolerated safely

Fertilizing

Single diluted rhododendron feed applied once early spring budding

Pruning

Usually little pruning is needed. Lightly shape if necessary, removing dead, damaged or diseased shoots. Prune after flowering.

Propagation

Propagate by semi-ripe cuttings in late summer, by layering in autumn, or by grafting in winter

Growing

Grow in moist but well-drained, humus rich, acidic soil, in partial or dappled shade. Choose a site away from frost pockets; although hardy, this species may be more susceptible than others to flower damage from late frosts. Shelter 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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