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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.
Rhododendron
Species
vireya
Cultivar
'Saxon Glow'
Rhododendron
'Hot Tropic' x R. saxifragoides
Ericaceae
South East Asia
DETAILS
60 cm
60 cm
(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)
Evergreen
Prefers acidic / lime-free soil. / Prefers good loamy soil
Prefers even soil moisture
Does not tolerate frost. / Must be sheltered from wind. / Prefers a semi-shaded site
Shrubs
Dwarf, height 0.3 and 1 metre.
We have this currently available in a POT 2.5 container.
Ask for it at your retailer.
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