Rhododendron rubiginosum

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Type	Shrub (Multi-stemmed Plant), Hedging & Screening, Evergreen, Flowering
Form	Rounded Multi-Stemmed Bush
Size	Large Border / Screening Plant (1.8 to 3m height)
Colours	Purple Flowers (Summer early), Medium green Foliage
Care	Low/Easy Maintenance - Tough Plant
Hardiness	Very hardy
Growth	Medium Growing Plant
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Rhododendron rubiginosum - Cultivation Notes

This popular evergreen shrub requires an acidic well drained soil that is rich in organic matter. Ideal for planting in part shade and woodland, Rhodos don’t like pruning. Mulch occasionally and prune to shape only.

Strengths, Weaknesses & Design Usage

Strengths of Rhododendron rubiginosum:

All round tough plant suitable for problem areas
Evergreen foliage for all year round colour and screening
Suitable for container growing
Suitable for hedging or topiary
Suitable for planting in full shade

Weaknesses of Rhododendron rubiginosum

Will not tolerate exposed, cold or hot and sunny locations
Does not tolerate very dry or very wet soils

Design & Plant Use for Rhododendron rubiginosum:

Tall summer flowering shrub suitable for back of border planting
Evergreen plant suitable for trimming to shape or topiary
Evergreen shrub suitable for planting in a shady location

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Common Missspellings: Rododendron, Rodadendron, Rhodadendron, Rodendendron