rhododendron 'David'

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David' is a large evergreen shrub of upright habit, with bell-shaped, frilly-margined, deep blood-red flowers, 6cm wide, in dense trusses in late spring

Scientific classification

Species: rhododendron 'David' (Rhododendron 'David')
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: Bushy
Habit: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
Season of interest: Partial shade
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Distribution of rhododendron 'David'

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 'David'

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rhododendron 'David' care guide

Maintain mild acidic soil moisture all year round without drying
Watering: Partial shade
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Watering

Maintain mild acidic soil moisture all year round without drying

Fertilizing

Ericaceous rhododendron feed monthly spring until early autumn

Pruning

Usually little pruning is needed. Lightly shape if necessary, removing dead, damaged or diseased shoots. Prune after flowering. Remove spent flowers where practical.

Propagation

Propagate by semi-ripe cuttings in late summer, layering in autumn or grafting in late summer or late winter

Growing

Grow in moist but well-drained, leafy, humus-rich acid soil in part shade with shelter; see rhododendron cultivation

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Common pests and diseases

Diseases

May be susceptible to various Rhododendron diseases including powdery mildews, rhododendron petal blight, rhododendron bud blast, silver leaf and honey fungus