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Rhododendron vireya 'Saxon Glow'


Rhododendron vireya 'Saxon Glow' Rhododendron vireya 'Saxon Glow'

CATALOGUE DESCRIPTION
These tropical shrubs are semi-epiphytic, perching high in tree tops in the forests of South East Asia. Small pointed mid-green foliage. Compact rounded habit. Clusters of rich coral red bell-like flowers. Flowering twice a year, autumn/winter and spring/summer. Prefers a warm semi-shaded site, protected from frost. Removing dead flowers encourages repeat flowering. Great for containers, performs best with restricted root growth.

 
Genus
Rhododendron
Species   vireya
Cultivar   'Saxon Glow'

Common name
Rhododendron
Hybrid
'Hot Tropic' x R. saxifragoides

Family name
Ericaceae
Place of origin
South East Asia


DETAILS
Height
60 cm
Width
60 cm
(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)
Leaves
Evergreen

Soil Type
Prefers acidic / lime-free soil. / Prefers good loamy soil

Moisture
Prefers even soil moisture

Exposure
Does not tolerate frost. / Must be sheltered from wind. / Prefers a semi-shaded site


Shrubs

Category
Dwarf, height 0.3 and 1 metre.
Availability
We have this currently available in a POT 2.5 container. Ask for it at your retailer.
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