Rhododendron taliense 'Honigduft' — Bushy

Overview

Rhododendron taliense 'Honigduft' is a bushy shrubs in the genus Rhododendron, part of the Ericaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Rhododendron taliense 'Honigduft' 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 taliense 'Honigduft' is a bushy, evergreen cultivar of the Rhododendron genus, which includes both shrubs and trees with simple leaves that may have a thick, colourful layer of hairs underneath. This cultivar thrives in moist but well-drained acidic loam soil and prefers partial shade, ideally in east- or west-facing, sheltered positions. It is hardy to UK zone H5 and is suitable for woodland gardens or containers on shaded patios. 'Honigduft' is notable for its interest in both spring and winter seasons.

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 taliense 'Honigduft' 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 taliense 'Honigduft'

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