About
The typical variety of R. crinigerum, a medium to large evergreen rhododendron from Yunnan and Burma, notable for its hairy (crinigerum, hair-bearing) calyx and leaf undersurface, with elliptic, dark green leaves and trusses of funnel-shaped, white to rose flowers with red basal markings in spring. A choice woodland rhododendron for sheltered, acidic soil.
About the genus
Satureja can be annuals, perennials or subshrubs with aromatic, linear to obovate leaves and spike-like clusters of tubular 2-lipped flowers in summer
Plant details
Suggested usesBedding, containers, hanging baskets.
Care notes
CultivationPlant after last frost in fertile soil.
PruningDeadhead regularly.
PropagationGrow from seed in spring.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.