How to tend a Rhododendron degronianum

Also known as: Rhododendron pentamerum (Maxim.) Nakai & Mastsum., Rhododendron nakaii Komastsu, Azalea degroniana (Carrière) Makino, Rhododendron japonicum var. pentamerum (Maxim.) Hutch., Rhododendron metternichii var. pentamerum Maxim., Rhododendron metternichii var. degronianum (Carrière) Makino

Watering

Water thoroughly after soil surface dries

Sunlight

Like adequate light, but also tolerates shade

Soil

Peat or soil with specific nutrients

Fertilizer

Dilute fertilizers following instructions, apply once monthly in spring

Pruning

Remove withered flowers, old, diseased, and dead leaves timely

About this plant

Origin
Asia
Category
Rosaceae, Photinia
Size
Diameter ≥ 10 cm, height ≥ 15 cm
Blooming period
Flowering period April-May, viewing period 2-3 weeks
Flower colors
Leaf color green, flower color pink
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