Rhododendron yakushimanum FCC

•  Size: Ht 1m Wd 1m
•  Sunlight: Part sun
  
•  Temperature: frost hardy
  
•  Foliage: Evergreen
• Coastal tolerance: Not Suitable
  
• Other features: .
• Garden care: Plant in a moist but free draining soil which is slightly acidic. Mulch with an acidic mulch in autumn and spring a mulch such as chopped conifer needles is ideal. Feed once a year with a Rhododendron food. Dead head spent flower heads to promote better floweringin the next season. Watch for thrips and leaf roller catapillar.

A species Rhododendron forming a rounded shrub of green leathery leaves with rolled edges and heavy indumentum. Trusses of pink flowers that fade slowly to white are produced in spring. Prefers a loose, open, acidic soil with plenty of organic matter added to retain moisture. Mulch regularly. Part-shade. Evergreen. Hardy.