Rhododedron augustinii 'Bluenose' (Bluenose Rhododendron)


Botanical Information

FamilyEricaceae
GenusRhododedron
Speciesaugustinii
Cultivar'Bluenose'
CategoryWoody
TypeShrub (evergreen)

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone6a - 7b
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness Zone5
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH7
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Height1 - 1.2 m
Spread1 - 1.2 m
GrowthSlow
Flowering PeriodMay

Description and Growing Information

ShapeUpright, rounded and spreading.
LandscapeBorder planting, specimen planting, gardens and mass planting.
CultivationGrow in full sun and partial-shade. Plant in moist, well-drained sandy loam soil with an acidic pH.
HabitatHorticultural origin.
Colour DescriptionThe fruit is brown, leaves green while the flowers are a bluish-purple.

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