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rhododendron 'Pink Drift'

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A dwarf evergreen shrub, to around 60cm high, with a compact habit and small, broadly oval-shaped green leaves flushed with bronze. Produces small clusters of funnel-shaped lilac pink flowers in late spring

Scientific classification

Species: rhododendron 'Pink Drift' (Rhododendron 'Pink Drift')
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: Full sun · Partial shade
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Distribution of rhododendron 'Pink Drift'

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 'Pink Drift'

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rhododendron 'Pink Drift' care guide

Maintain damp acidic soil, water with rainwater to avoid lime buildup
Watering: Full sun · Partial shade
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Watering

Maintain damp acidic soil, water with rainwater to avoid lime buildup

Fertilizing

Diluted ericaceous feed monthly spring up to mid summer growth phase

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

Growing

Grow in moist but well-drained, humus rich, acidic soil, in sun or part 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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