Rhododendron prunifolium 'Peach Glow' (A) — Bushy

Overview

Rhododendron prunifolium 'Peach Glow' (A) is a bushy shrubs in the genus Rhododendron, part of the Ericaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Rhododendron prunifolium 'Peach Glow' (A) grows best in partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and acid pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include woodland gardens and containers on shaded patios.

About

Rhododendron prunifolium 'Peach Glow' is an evergreen, bushy shrub belonging to the Rhododendron genus, which includes both evergreen and deciduous shrubs or trees. This cultivar thrives in partial shade and prefers an east- or west-facing, sheltered position. It grows best in moist but well-drained, acidic loam soil rich in humus. Suitable for woodland gardens and containers on shaded patios, 'Peach Glow' is hardy to UK zone H5 and is typically propagated by semi-ripe cuttings, layering, or grafting. Its season of interest is spring.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Rhododendron

Sunlight: Partial shade
Soil type: Loam
Soil pH: Acid
Soil moisture: Moist but well-drained
Aspect: East-facing, West-facing
Exposure: Sheltered
UK hardiness: H5

Plant details

Rhododendron prunifolium 'Peach Glow' (A) size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Shrubs
Habit: Bushy
Foliage: Evergreen
Suggested uses: Woodland gardens, Containers on shaded patios

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Rhododendron prunifolium 'Peach Glow' (A)

Propagation: Semi-ripe cuttings, Layering, Grafting
Pest resistance: Vine weevil, Rhododendron leafhopper, Pieris lacebug, Scale insects, Caterpillars, Aphids
Disease resistance: Powdery mildews, Rhododendron petal blight, Rhododendron bud blast, Silver leaf, Honey fungus