Rhododendron augustinii growing shrub of the genus Rhododendron also known as Blue Rhododendron, Rhododendron augustinii perennial deciduous used as ornamental plant, can grow in temperate, subtropics climate or as houseplant and growing in hardiness zone 6-10a.
Leaves color green in elliptic to ovate shape.
Rhododendron augustinii flower
Flower color blue to purple in trumpet shape, flowers cover all the plant.
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Requirements for Rhododendron augustinii growing and care:
Acidic soil 4-6 ph, rich soil, moist soil, well-drained soil, mulch
What is the best way to start growing?
Plant / Seed / Vegetative reproduction
Is it necessary to graft or use vegetative reproduction?
No
Difficulties or problems when growing:
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Planting season:
Winter / Spring / Summer
Pests and diseases:
Aphids
Pruning season:
After blooming
How to prune:
Just for design and dead flowers
Size of the plant:
0.5-1.5 m, 20-60 inches
Growth speed in optimal condition:
Medium growing
Water requirement:
Average amount of water / Big amount of water
Light conditions in optimal condition for growing:
Full Sun / Half Shade
Is it possible to grow as houseplant?
No
Growing is also possible in a planter /flowerpot / containers:
Yes
Blooming information
Bloom season:
Spring / Summer
General information about the flower
Trumpet shape in color purple to blue
Scientific name:
Rhododendron augustinii