Rhododendron 'BURLETTA' rhododendron (Neriiflorum group)
size/type
medium-sized shrub,medium-sized shrub
usual height
0,8-1,3m
usual width
1-1,8m
leaves
evergreen broadleaf
colour of leaves
flowers
showy
colour of flowers
blooming time
April-May
location
semi-shade / partial sun
soil type
acidic (peaty)
soil moisture requirements
evenly moist but well-drained
USDA zone (lowest)
6b (down to -21°C)
winter protection
for zone 5+6
for zone 7
categorized
Rhododendrons are reliable, beautifully flowering, evergreen shrubs of variable origin: S.W. China, Himalayas, Northern America, and even Europe. The original species were hybridized several times for better performance so in the 1950´s there were more than 10,000 cultivars registered, and the number keeps increasing.
Description of the plant:
Burletta is a fantastic rhododendron variety of the neriiflorum subspecies. It produces rich red, bell-shaped flowers early in the season on the background of dark green leaves with purple to wine-red indumentum on the reverse. It grows slowly and usually keeps a mounding shape and compact habit. Bred by Hans Hachmann in 1994. The roots are shallow, spreading to sides in search for nutrients. Never plant them too deep. The soil has to be acidic (pH 4.5-5.5), rich in humus, cool and always moist. Ideal soil mixture is peat with lime-free, light garden soil topped with leaf-mould. This subspecies is sensitive to excess fertilizing. Its hardiness oscillates around -22°C (USDA zone 6b) and depends on the location. Some shelter is recommended.
Last update 14-02-2013
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