Rhododendron roxieanum Blewbury

Rhododendron roxieanum Blewbury is an evergreen rhododendron valued for its narrow, leathery, dark green leaves with rolled margins and felted indumentum beneath, forming a compact, rounded shrub. In late spring it bears clusters of funnel-shaped, white flowers, typically in May. Grow in partial shade with shelter from cold, drying winds, in acid, humus-rich, moisture-retentive but well-drained soil. Ideal for woodland-style planting and shaded, acid borders; allow space for its steady, compact growth to around 11.5m over time.

Position: Partial shade (dappled light) Rate of Growth: Slow Soil: Acid (ericaceous), humus-rich, moist but well-drained Hardiness: Hardy (H5) Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Plant at a Glance

light:light-shade
facing:east
facing:north
soiltype:prefers-acid-soil
soiltype:acid
soilmoisture:normal
foliage:evergreen
flowering:may
flowercolour:white
leafcolour:green
size:90cm-2m
gardenstyle:asian