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twice-coloured cloud-brocade rhodendron

Also known as: twice-coloured Fortune's rhododendron

A large evergreen shrub with an open habit and long, narrowly ovate, matt dark green leaves. Approximately 2m high in 10 years, but may reach up to 6m. Produces clusters of 8-10 fragrant, bell-shaped flowers, white flushed with pale pink, in late spring and early summer

Scientific classification

Species: twice-coloured cloud-brocade rhodendron (Rhododendron fortunei subsp. discolor)
Genus: Rhododendron
Family: Ericaceae

Harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Toxicity: Shrubs
Plant type: 4-8 metres
Height: 2.5-4 metres
Spread: Evergreen
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Habit: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
Season of interest: Partial shade
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Distribution of twice-coloured cloud-brocade rhodendron

Distribution map

C and Western China

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Culture

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Toxicity

Harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

Quick identification of twice-coloured cloud-brocade rhodendron

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twice-coloured cloud-brocade rhodendron care guide

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

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.

Propagation

Propagate by semi-hardwood cuttings in late summer, by layering in autumn, 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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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