Rhododendron yakushimanum 'Edelweiss'

Rhododendron Edelweis
  • Code: SYAKE
  • Flower Colour: Pinky-white
  • Flowering Month: May
  • Height After 10 Years: 50-75cm
  • Interesting Foliage: Yes
  • Scent: Not Scented
  • Hardiness: To -20 °C

A choice form of the species R. yakushimanum which is found in the mountains of Japan. This lovely plant was selected in Germany and its bell shaped flowers come straight from the 'Sounds of Music'!

Rose pink in bud opening to pure white flowers in mid to late May. Dark green leaves, with white indumentum above when new, and creamy brown indumentum below. Height 50-60cm in 10 years.

  • Ideal for containers and small gardens.
  • Easy to grow.
  • Group: yakushimanum Pontica.
  • Parentage: from yakushimanum.
  • Hybridization date: pre 2000 (1986).
  • Bred by: W. Wustemeyer. Origin: German.
  • Habit: Compact bushy.
  • Ideal position: Dappled shade.
  • Ideal soil: pH 4.5 to 6.
  • RHS Hardiness Rating: H4.
  • How we usually propagate this plant: Graft.

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