Rhododendron sidereum 'Glen Rosa' — Bushy

Overview

Rhododendron sidereum 'Glen Rosa' is a bushy shrubs in the genus Rhododendron, part of the Ericaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Rhododendron sidereum 'Glen Rosa' 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 sidereum 'Glen Rosa' is a bushy, evergreen cultivar of the Rhododendron genus, which includes both evergreen and deciduous shrubs or trees. This cultivar thrives in partial shade with an east- or west-facing aspect and prefers sheltered positions. It grows best in moist but well-drained, acidic loam soil. Suitable for woodland gardens and containers on shaded patios, 'Glen Rosa' is hardy to UK zone H5 and is best cultivated with mulch of leaf mould. Its season of interest includes both spring and winter.

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 sidereum 'Glen Rosa' 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 sidereum 'Glen Rosa'

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