Rhododendron 'KABARETT' rhododendron
size/type
medium-sized shrub,medium-sized shrub
usual height
1,5-1,8m
usual width
1,5-2m
leaves
evergreen broadleaf
colour of leaves
flowers
showy
colour of flowers
blooming time
May-June
location
full to partial sun
USDA zone (lowest)
5b (down to -27°C)
winter protection
for zone 5+6
for zone 7
categorized
Description of the plant:
Kabarett is a fantastic achievement bred by Hans Hachmann in 1984. It is one of the best rhododendrons with violet flowers. They are pale lilac-violet with a prominent deep burgundy red blotch in the throat and frilled margins, and come out from late May until early June. Evergreen leaves are dark green, leathery, elongated, and glossy. It is a healthy, strong growing shrub which in maturity will be wider than tall. 10-year old plants may reach about 1.3 tall and about 1.5m wide. In order to keep the plants looking nice and clean dead-head where possible. The roots are shallow, spreading to sides in search for nutrients. Never plant them too deep. The soil has to be acidic, rich in humus, cool and always moist. Ideal soil mixture is peat with lime-free, light garden soil topped with leave-mould. Use selective fertilizers for rhododendrons only. Place it in full sun or partial shade. Hardy to abt. -27°C (USDA zone 5b).
Last update: 09-03-2015
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