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Rhododendron 'Scarlet Wonder'
dwarf rhododendron
Glossy, rich green foliage, which is retained throughout the year, acts as the perfect foil for the vibrantly coloured, slightly...
2 litre pot
available to order from summer
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Plant description
Glossy, rich green foliage, which is retained throughout the year, acts as the perfect foil for the vibrantly coloured, slightly ruffled flowers, which form in loose trusses in late spring. A great option for a larger pot, Rhododendron 'Scarlet Wonder' can be used to add a bright shot of colour to a partially shaded patio or border.
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Plant features
Position
Light shade
Rate of growth
Average
Soil
Humus-rich, moist, well-drained acid soil or ericaceous compost
Hardiness
Fully hardy
How to care for Rhododendron Scarlet Wonder:
When planting, avoid planting too deeply, and incorporate well-rotted compost or manure into the planting hole, adding some mycorrhizal fungi to aid root establishment. Rhododendrons prefer an acid soil or ericaceous compost that is well-draining.
Remove spent flower heads regularly to encourage prolonged flowering. In late autumn, after flowering has finished, cut back any dead or damaged growth to maintain a tidy shape. In early spring, prune lightly to remove any winter-damaged stems and to promote strong, healthy new growth.
Apply a generous 5-7cm (2-3in) mulch of leaf mould around the base of the plant each spring. Protect from strong winter winds.
Remove spent flower heads regularly to encourage prolonged flowering. In late autumn, after flowering has finished, cut back any dead or damaged growth to maintain a tidy shape. In early spring, prune lightly to remove any winter-damaged stems and to promote strong, healthy new growth.
Apply a generous 5-7cm (2-3in) mulch of leaf mould around the base of the plant each spring. Protect from strong winter winds.
Warning
Humans/Pets: Harmful if eaten
