Rhododendron 'Cary Ann'
hybrid rhododendron
Conical trusses of coral-red, trumpet-shaped appear in May and June, topping leafy stems, which hold their foliage throughout the year....
2 litre pot
£19.99
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Plant description
Conical trusses of coral-red, trumpet-shaped appear in May and June, topping leafy stems, which hold their foliage throughout the year. This large flowered rhododendron is ideal for planting in a shrub border or woodland edge where it will make a real impact as Spring turns to Summer.
An extremely free flowering cultivar, Rhododendron 'Cary Ann' requires humus-rich, reliably moist acidic soil, but if kept well watered, it can also be grown in in a large pot filled with good-quality ericaceous compost.
An extremely free flowering cultivar, Rhododendron 'Cary Ann' requires humus-rich, reliably moist acidic soil, but if kept well watered, it can also be grown in in a large pot filled with good-quality ericaceous compost.
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
Fast-growing
Soil
Humus-rich, moist, well-drained acid soil or ericaceous compost
Hardiness
Fully hardy
How to care for Rhododendron Cary Ann:
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
CAUTION toxic if eaten/skin & eye irritant
