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Rhododendron 'Silvester'

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An evergreen azalea to about 90cm high, with a compact habit, and small, ovate dark green leaves. Produces clusters of purple-pink flowers, with colour deeper at the centre and paler at the margins, in late spring

Scientific classification

Species: Rhododendron 'Silvester' (Rhododendron 'Silvester')
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: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
Season of interest: Partial shade
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Rhododendron 'Silvester' pictures

Distribution of Rhododendron 'Silvester'

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 'Silvester'

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Rhododendron 'Silvester' care guide

Constant lightly damp acidic soil, use lime-free water for irrigation
Watering: Partial shade
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Watering

Constant lightly damp acidic soil, use lime-free water for irrigation

Fertilizing

Ericaceous rhododendron feed monthly in spring and summer time

Pruning

Minimal pruning required, see group 8 (evergreens). Deadhead if practical, to promote 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 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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