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rhododendron 'Sappho'

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Sappho' is a large, evergreen shrub to 3m tall, with dark foliage and compact trusses of white flowers in early summer, each with a bold blackish-purple flare

Scientific classification

Species: rhododendron 'Sappho' (Rhododendron 'Sappho')
Genus: Rhododendron
Family: Ericaceae

Harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Toxicity: Shrubs
Plant type: 2.5-4 metres
Height: 2.5-4 metres
Spread: Evergreen
Foliage: Bushy
Habit: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
Season of interest: Full sun · Partial shade
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Distribution of rhododendron 'Sappho'

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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 'Sappho'

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rhododendron 'Sappho' care guide

Water regularly, keeping the soil moist but well-drained; avoid waterlogging.
Watering: Full sun · Partial shade
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Watering

Water regularly, keeping the soil moist but well-drained; avoid waterlogging.

Fertilizing

Apply an acid-forming fertilizer in spring and again after flowering.

Pruning

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

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, suitable for a sunny situation if soil remains reliably moist; 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