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Rhododendron vireya 'Just Peachy'

CATALOGUE DESCRIPTION

These tropical shrubs are semi-epiphytic, perching high in tree tops in the forests of South East Asia. Glossy narrow mid-green foliage. Bushy rounded habit. Clusters of apricot 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 'Just Peachy'

Common name

Rhododendron

Hybrid

'Haloed Gold' x herzogii

Family name

Ericaceae

Place of origin

South East Asia

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

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

Garden Style

Plant Type

Shrubs