Position

Sun exposure:
Dappled shade, full sun, partial shade
Aspect:
South facing, west facing
Position in border:
Middle

Soil

Acidic / Clay / Heavy / Moist

Rhododendron 'Tapestry' is one of the hardier rhododendrons. It has deep purple flowers with a striking maroon blotch on the throat, and dark, glossy foliage. A compact variety, it’s as suited to growing in containers as it is in a border, and works particularly well in small gardens.

Grow Rhododendron ‘Tapestry’ in partial shade. Plant 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. Protect from harsh winter winds and mulch annually with a generous layer of leaf mould. There should be little or no need to prune.

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Rhododendron ‘Tapestry’ and wildlife

Rhododendron ‘Tapestry’ 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 ‘Tapestry’ poisonous?

Rhododendron ‘Tapestry’ can be toxic.

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
Plants that go well with Rhododendron 'Tapestry'
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