Rhododendron 'Prinses Maxima'

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RhododendronShrub, EvergreenFamily: Ericaceae

Flower colour:

Pink

Foliage colour:

Green

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Position

Sun Exposure:

Dappled shade, full sun, partial shade

Aspect:

South facing, west facing

Position in Border:

Middle

Soil

Prefers rich soil:

Acidic / Clay / Heavy / Moist

Named after the Dutch Princess Maxima, Rhododendron 'Prinses Maxima' bears double flowers in a delightful pink-cream, with spots of maroon red all over the petals. It’s one of the hardiest rhododendrons, and is therefore perfect for growing in cooler regions where other rhododendrons might need protection. With its compact and rounded habit, it’s suitable for growing in a mixed herbaceous border or part of a patio container display.

Grow Rhododendron 'Prinses Maxima' in humus-rich, moist but well-drained neutral to acidic soil (or peat-free ericaceous compost). Rhododendrons are shallow-rooted so take care not to plant too deeply. Mulch annually with a generous layer of leaf mould. There should be little or no need to prune.

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Rhododendron ‘Prinses maxima’ and wildlife

Rhododendron ‘Prinses maxima’ is known for attracting bees. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers.

Is known to attract Bees

Bees

Is not known to attract Beneficial insects

Beneficial insects

Is not known to attract Birds

Birds

Is not known to attract Butterflies/​Moths

Butterflies/​Moths

Is not known to attract Other pollinators

Other pollinators

Is Rhododendron ‘Prinses maxima’ poisonous?

Rhododendron ‘Prinses maxima’ causes an upset stomach.

Toxic to:

Is known to attract Cats

Cats

Is known to attract Dogs

Dogs

Is known to attract Horses

Horses

No reported toxicity to:

Is not known to attract Birds

Birds

Is not known to attract Livestock

Livestock

Is not known to attract People

People

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