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Rhododendron 'Princess Alice'
Compact shrub which forms a rounded shape. Long, narrow, strap-like, dark green leaves. Sweetly scented trumpet shaped flowers are white with pink striped buds. Flowers freely in October. Slightly frost tender, needs shelter from wind. Prefers semi-shade, and good soil that does not get too dry.
Genus
Rhododendron
Species
Cultivar
'Princess Alice'
Common name
Rhododendron
Hybrid
R. ciliatum x R. edgeworthii
Family name
Ericaceae
Place of origin
China
DETAILS
Height
1 m
Width
1 m
(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 / Soil must be well drained
Exposure
Prefers a semi-shaded site / Tolerates light frost only
Shrubs
Category
Small, height between 1 and 1.5 metres.
Availability
Please go to our current Monthly Stock List, to check if this plant is likely to be available.
Your favourite Garden Centre may be able to order it for you ... where to buy our plants.
Your favourite Garden Centre may be able to order it for you ... where to buy our plants.