Rhododendron molle subsp. japonicum Pink Star ('Mapo 2') (PBR)
Perfect for small gardens or container displays, this compact shrub produces masses of rich pink, star-shaped blooms in spring, each...
3 litre pot
£24.99
available to order from autumn
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Plant description
Perfect for small gardens or container displays, this compact shrub produces masses of rich pink, star-shaped blooms in spring, each with an extraordinary 20 to 30 petals. Its slender, dark green foliage is semi-evergreen, giving year-round structure in milder areas.
Rhododendron 'Pink Star' forms a tidy, naturally rounded shape and stays compact, making it ideal for patios, courtyards or smaller borders. It grows best in acidic, humus-rich soil with good drainage and benefits from a spot with light shade or morning sun.
Low-maintenance and hardy, it requires minimal pruning and reliably flowers even in cooler UK regions. Its unusual flower shape and long bloom time add standout appeal in a charming, compact package.
Please note that the pot in the photograph is not supplied with the plant (which is sent out in a simple nursery alternative), but we have a wide and wonderful range on our website to choose from.
Rhododendron 'Pink Star' forms a tidy, naturally rounded shape and stays compact, making it ideal for patios, courtyards or smaller borders. It grows best in acidic, humus-rich soil with good drainage and benefits from a spot with light shade or morning sun.
Low-maintenance and hardy, it requires minimal pruning and reliably flowers even in cooler UK regions. Its unusual flower shape and long bloom time add standout appeal in a charming, compact package.
Please note that the pot in the photograph is not supplied with the plant (which is sent out in a simple nursery alternative), but we have a wide and wonderful range on our website to choose from.
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 molle subsp. japonicum Pink Star ('Mapo 2') (PBR):
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.
If planting in a pot, ensure good drainage, and use an ericaceous or loam based general purpose compost.
Remove spent flower spikes 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.
If planting in a pot, ensure good drainage, and use an ericaceous or loam based general purpose compost.
Remove spent flower spikes 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.
Please note:
This shrub is semi-evergreen, so it can lose some of its leaves in winter. In colder regions or more exposed gardens, it may lose them all, but then fresh new foliage appears again in spring.
Warning
Humans/Pets: Harmful if eaten
