Botanical name
Rhododendron ‘Rocket’
Other names
Rhododendron ‘Rocket’
Genus
Rhododendron
Variety or Cultivar
‘Rocket’ _ ‘Rocket’ is an upright, rounded, evergreen shrub with elliptic, leathery, glossy, dark green leaves and dense, rounded clusters of open funnel-shaped, frilled, magenta flowers in spring.
Foliage
Semi evergreen
Habit
Upright, Rounded
Flower
Magenta in Spring
Foliage
Dark-green in All seasons
HOW TO CARE
Watch out for
Specific pests
Aphids , Caterpillars , Lacebugs , Leafhoppers , Vine weevil
Specific diseases
Powdery mildew , Rhododendron bud blast , Rhododendron petal blight , Silver leaf
General care
Pruning
Pruning group 8
Propagation methods
Grafting, Layering, Seed, Semi-hardwood cuttings
Rhododendron ‘Rocket’ (Rhododendron ‘Rocket’) will reach a height of 1.5m and a spread of 1.5m after 10-20 years.
Suggested uses
Waterside, Cottage/Informal, City, Beds and borders
Cultivation
Thrives in moist, humus-rich, acid soil in partial shade. Will not tolerate deep planting. Do not allow to dry out. Protect from strong winter winds.
Soil type
Sandy, Loamy
Soil drainage
Moist but well-drained, Moisture-retentive
Soil pH
Acid
Light
Partial Shade
Aspect
North, South, East, West
Exposure
Sheltered