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Rhododendron macrophyllum

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An evergreen shrub, 2-4m high, with an upright, branching habit, and elliptic, dark green leaves up to 15cm long. Produces clusters of 20 or more bell-shaped flowers, in shades of rose pink, purple and occasionally white and with yellow-brown speckles on the upper petals, in late spring

Scientific classification

Species: Rhododendron macrophyllum (Rhododendron macrophyllum)
Genus: Rhododendron
Family: Ericaceae

Harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Toxicity: Shrubs
Plant type: 2.5-4 metres
Height: 2.5-4 metres
Spread: Evergreen
Foliage: Columnar upright
Habit: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
Season of interest: Partial shade
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Rhododendron macrophyllum pictures

Distribution of Rhododendron macrophyllum

Distribution map

USA and Canada

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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 macrophyllum

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Rhododendron macrophyllum care guide

Steady damp acidic soil, never allow full root ball dehydration
Watering: Partial shade
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Watering

Steady damp acidic soil, never allow full root ball dehydration

Fertilizing

Diluted rhododendron feed twice yearly spring and early autumn

Pruning

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

Propagation

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

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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