Rhododendron indicum

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A compact evergreen or semi-evergreen shrub, to about 1m high, with small, glossy green leaves that often turned red or purple in autumn. Produces open funnel-shaped reddish pink flowers, borne singly or in pairs, in late spring and early summer

Scientific classification

Species: Rhododendron indicum (Rhododendron indicum)
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 · Semi evergreen
Foliage: Bushy
Habit: Autumn · Winter · Spring · Summer
Season of interest: Partial shade
Sunlight: 15 – 25 °C
Ideal temperature

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Distribution of Rhododendron indicum

Distribution map

Japan

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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 indicum

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Rhododendron indicum care guide

Keep acidic root zone evenly moist, never leaving waterlogged soil
Watering: Partial shade
Sunlight: 15 – 25 °C
Ideal temperature

Watering

Keep acidic root zone evenly moist, never leaving waterlogged soil

Fertilizing

Ericaceous fertilizer monthly from spring through late summer

Pruning

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

Propagation

Propagate by seed or by semi-ripe cuttings in late summer

Growing

Grow 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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