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Rhododendron 'Chikor'

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An evergreen shrub to 60cm in height, with a neat, compact habit and dark green leaves, tinted bronze in winter. In mid spring, bears clusters of saucer-shaped yellow flowers

Scientific classification

Species: Rhododendron 'Chikor' (Rhododendron 'Chikor')
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: Clump forming
Habit: Spring · Winter · Summer · Autumn
Season of interest: Partial shade · Full sun
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Rhododendron 'Chikor' pictures

Distribution of Rhododendron 'Chikor'

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 'Chikor'

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Rhododendron 'Chikor' care guide

Keep acidic root zone evenly moist, never leaving waterlogged soil
Watering: Partial shade · Full sun
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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. 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 full 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 various rhododendron diseases including powdery mildews, rhododendron petal blight, rhododendron bud blast, silver leaf and honey fungus