Rhododendron vireya 'New Zealand'
Rhododendron vireya 'New Zealand'
Rhododendron vireya 'New Zealand'
New Zealand Malaysian Rhododendron
Huge, bright pink clusters appear on full trusses, growing on a strong, upright shrub. The flowers glow with a beautiful, soft yellow blend toward the center, creating a striking and delicate contrast. These cloud forest plants thrive in environments with high humidity and have the ability to grow epiphytically. When grown in containers, it is best to use bark or cinder as the growing medium. When planted in the ground the crown should higher than grade, to ensure good drainage and avoid rot. They prefer acidic soil conditions and need protection from frost to ensure their health. Although came labeled to me as ‘New Zealand’, no definitive reference could be found. A really good bloomer.