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rhododendron 'Tortoiseshell Orange'

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A half-hardy, bushy evergreen shrub to 2m high, with ovate, leathery dark green leaves. Produces loose clusters of funnel-shaped, soft orange-red flowers to 8cm across, in mid to late spring

Scientific classification

Species: rhododendron 'Tortoiseshell Orange' (Rhododendron 'Tortoiseshell Orange')
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: 1-1.5 metres
Spread: Evergreen
Foliage: Bushy
Habit: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
Season of interest: Partial shade
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Distribution of rhododendron 'Tortoiseshell Orange'

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 'Tortoiseshell Orange'

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rhododendron 'Tortoiseshell Orange' care guide

Keep acidic root zone evenly moist, never leaving waterlogged soil
Watering: 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 semi-hardwood cuttings in late summer, by layering in autumn, or by grafting in winter

Growing

In mild, frost-free areas, may be grown outdoors in moist but well-drained, humus rich, acidic soil. Position in partial or dappled shade, and add an annual organic mulch (ideally leaf mould). In colder areas, may be grown under glass in ericaceous compost. See rhododendron cultivation for more detailed advice

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Common pests and diseases

Diseases

May be susceptible to rhododendron diseases including rhododendron bud blast and rhododendron petal blight, as well as powdery mildews, honey fungus, rust, leafy gall, silver leaf and Phytophthora root and shoot rots