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Rhododendron micranthum

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An evergreen shrub to about 2.5m high, with a spreading habit, and small, narrowly ovate green leaves with brown, scaly undersides. Produces dense clusters of 20 or more distinctive, tiny white flowers with prominent stamens, from late spring into summer

Scientific classification

Species: Rhododendron micranthum (Rhododendron micranthum)
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: Full sun · Partial shade
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Distribution of Rhododendron micranthum

Distribution map

China, Korea

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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 micranthum

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Rhododendron micranthum care guide

Keep acidic root zone evenly moist, never leaving waterlogged soil
Watering: Full sun · Partial shade
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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, 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. Position in partial or dappled shade, or in full sun in cooler spots where the soil does not dry out. Mulch annually, ideally with leaf mould. See rhododendron cultivation for more detailed advice

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