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Rhododendron vireya 'Captain Scarlet'
CATALOGUE DESCRIPTION
These tropical shrubs are semi-epiphytic, perching high in tree tops in the forests of South East Asia. Glossy lush mid-green foliage. Strongly growing shrub. Large trusses of orange red lightly scented flowers. Flowers well when young. 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
'Captain Scarlet'
Rhododendron
'Salmon Sensation' x javanicum
Ericaceae
South East Asia
DETAILS
1.2 m
1 m
(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)
Evergreen
Needs well drained soil / Prefers good loamy soil
Prefers even soil moisture
Prefers a semi-shaded site / Prefers a sheltered site / Will tolerate light frost only
Paradise / Sanctuary / Texture / Whimsical
Shrubs
Small, height between 1 and 1.5 metres.
We have this currently available in a POT 3.5 container.
Ask for it at your retailer.
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