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Rhododendron vireya 'Saxon Glow'
These tropical shrubs are semi-epiphytic, perching high in tree tops in the forests of South East Asia. Small pointed mid-green foliage. Compact rounded habit. Clusters of rich coral red bell-like 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
'Saxon Glow'
Common name
Rhododendron
Hybrid
'Hot Tropic' x R. saxifragoides
Family name
Ericaceae
Place of origin
South East Asia
DETAILS
Height
60 cm
Width
60 cm
(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
Exposure
Does not tolerate frost. / Must be sheltered from wind. / Prefers a semi-shaded site
Shrubs
Category
Dwarf, height 0.3 and 1 metre.
Availability
All our current stock has been dispatched out to retailers. If they have none left for you, we are growing another crop to supply as soon as possible.
Where to buy our plants
Where to buy our plants