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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
We have this currently available in a POT 2.5 container.
Ask for it at your retailer.
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