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Rhododendron 'Silver Sword'

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A low-growing, evergreen azalea up to 60cm high, with olive green, elliptic leaves with a narrow cream margin. Produces clusters of funnel-shaped, bright red flowers in late spring

Scientific classification

Species: Rhododendron 'Silver Sword' (Rhododendron 'Silver Sword')
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: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
Season of interest: Partial shade
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Distribution of Rhododendron 'Silver Sword'

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 'Silver Sword'

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Rhododendron 'Silver Sword' care guide

Soft acidic water for irrigation, soil lightly damp with zero standing excess water
Watering: Partial shade
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Watering

Soft acidic water for irrigation, soil lightly damp with zero standing excess water

Fertilizing

Specialized rhododendron acid feed monthly spring extending to late summer months

Pruning

Usually little pruning is needed. Lightly shape if necessary, removing dead, damaged or diseased shoots. Prune after flowering. Where practical, remove spent flowers to favour vegetative growth rather than seed production.

Propagation

Propagate by semi-ripe cuttings in late summer, 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 and sheltered from strong winds. Mulch annually, ideally with leaf mould. See rhododendron cultivation for more detailed advice

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