rhododendron 'Lavendula'
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A dwarf evergreen shrub to about 70cm high, with a compact habit, and small, ovate, dark green leaves that flush bronze in winter. Produces clusters of pale lavender flowers, with wavy edges and dark purple speckles on the upper petals, in mid spring
Scientific classification
- Species
- rhododendron 'Lavendula' (Rhododendron 'Lavendula')
- 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
- Autumn · Winter · Spring · Summer
- Season of interest
- Partial shade · Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of rhododendron 'Lavendula'
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 'Lavendula'
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rhododendron 'Lavendula' care guide
- Soft steady soil moisture, use rainwater if tap water contains lime
- Watering
- Partial shade · Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Soft steady soil moisture, use rainwater if tap water contains lime
Fertilizing
FertilizingEricaceous diluted feed every month during active growth seasons
Pruning
PruningUsually little pruning is needed. Lightly shape if necessary, removing dead, damaged or diseased shoots. Prune after flowering.
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by semi-ripe cuttings in late summer
Growing
GrowingGrow 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. Choose a site away from frost pockets and sheltered from strong winds, and mulch annually, ideally with leaf mould. See rhododendron cultivation for more detailed advice
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
May be susceptible to powdery mildews, honey fungus, silver leaf and Phytophthora, as well as more specific Rhododendron diseases
Pests
May be susceptible to vine weevil, rhododendron and azalea whitefly, rhododendron leafhopper, Pieris lacebug, scale insects, caterpillars and aphids
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