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Rhododendron 'Cherry Drops'

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A dwarf, evergreen variety with dense mounds of green leaves turning to bronze in the autumn. Frilled, trumpet-shaped cherry-red flowers are produced in the spring. A useful variety for bonsai

Scientific classification

Species: Rhododendron 'Cherry Drops' (Rhododendron 'Cherry Drops')
Genus: Rhododendron
Family: Ericaceae

Harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Toxicity: Shrubs
Plant type: 0.5-1 metres
Height: 0.5-1 metres
Spread: Evergreen
Foliage: Bushy
Habit: Autumn · Spring · Summer · Winter
Season of interest: Partial shade
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Rhododendron 'Cherry Drops' pictures

Distribution of Rhododendron 'Cherry Drops'

Distribution map

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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 'Cherry Drops'

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Rhododendron 'Cherry Drops' care guide

Consistently moist acidic soil, never let root mass dry out completely
Watering: Partial shade
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Watering

Consistently moist acidic soil, never let root mass dry out completely

Fertilizing

Specialized rhododendron feed monthly spring until early autumn arrives

Pruning

Keep pruning to a minimum: remove dead, damaged or unwanted growth; if shaping is needed, trim lightly after flowering.

Propagation

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

Growing

Grow in light dappled shade, in a site sheltered from cold, dry winds and late frosts, in moist but well-drained, humus-rich, acidic soil, preferably between pH4.5 and pH5.5; for more advice, see rhododendron cultivation

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Common pests and diseases

Diseases

May be susceptible to rhododendron powdery mildews, rhododendron bud blast, rhododendron petal blight, honey fungus, fungal leaf spots, rust diseases, silver leaf, Phytophthora root rots, and, if soil is not sufficiently acidic, lime-induced chlorosis; for more advice, see Rhododendron diseases