- Botanical name: Rhododendron 'Dufthecke'
- Common name: Rhododendron
- Family: Ericaceae
- Plant Type: Shrub, Evergreen
Purple
White
Yellow
Green
- Key features:
- Attractive to wildlife
- Scented flowers
Rhododendrons make up an incredibly diverse group of plants, originating from many parts of the Northern hemisphere with a large concentration in China and the Himalayas. These plants vary from tiny ground covering plants to species growing as understory plants in forests. Most flower in early spring, although some bear flowers for a brief period in autumn.
The Rhododendron ‘Dufthecke’ series includes white-, lilac- and yellow-flowered varieties, all of which are compact, with large scented flowers in April and May. The ‘Dufthecke’ cultivars are part of a group of rhododendrons grown on ‘Inkarho’ rootstock, meaning they can be grown in neutral pH soils. For best results, grow Rhododendron ‘Dufthecke’ in dappled to partial shade in moist but well-drained, acidic to neutral soil. Plants need minimal pruning and can be propagated by layering.
How to grow Rhododendron 'Dufthecke'
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Plant size
2m height
2m spread
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Aspect
North facing, east facing, south facing, west facing
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Position in border
Middle, back
- Sun exposure: Dappled shade, partial shade
- Hardiness: Hardy
- Soil type: Well drained / light / sandy / clay / heavy / moist / acidic
- Plant care: Needs regular watering in pots
Plant calendar
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| Plant | ||||||||||||
| Plant |
J
Do not Plant in January |
F
Do not Plant in February |
M
Do not Plant in March |
A
Do not Plant in April |
M
Do Plant in May |
J
Do Plant in June |
J
Do Plant in July |
A
Do Plant in August |
S
Do Plant in September |
O
Do Plant in October |
N
Do not Plant in November |
D
Do not Plant in December |
| Flowers | ||||||||||||
| Flowers |
J
Plant does not flower in January |
F
Plant does not flower in February |
M
Plant does not flower in March |
A
Plant does flower in April |
M
Plant does flower in May |
J
Plant does not flower in June |
J
Plant does not flower in July |
A
Plant does not flower in August |
S
Plant does not flower in September |
O
Plant does not flower in October |
N
Plant does not flower in November |
D
Plant does not flower in December |
Rhododendron 'Dufthecke' and wildlife
Rhododendron 'Dufthecke' is known for attracting bees. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers.
Attractive to Bees
Does not attract Beneficial insects
Does not attract Birds
Does not attract Butterflies/Moths
Does not attract Other pollinators
Is Rhododendron 'Dufthecke' poisonous?
Rhododendron 'Dufthecke' can be toxic.
Toxic to Cats
Toxic to Dogs
Toxic to Horses
Toxic to Livestock
No reported toxicity to Birds
No reported toxicity to People
