Rhododendron mucronulatum 'Cama' typically starts flowering in April.
Korean rhododendron
Rhododendron mucronulatum 'Cama'
Korean rhododendron, or Rhododendron mucronulatum 'Cama', is a species of shrub with a very unique aesthetic. It boasts white, pink, and yellow flowers across its spiny branches and can reach up to 3 meters in height. In spring, the foliage is a deep, dark green, and in winter it turns stunning shades of yellow and purple for a beautiful seasonal contrast. It likes to be planted in well-draining, acidic soil, and while it loves the sun, it can also survive in shadier areas. This is a great choice for any garden that needs an exotic, statement-making centerpiece.
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Layering Propagation,Cutting,Grafting Propagation,Division,Seed Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
4 - 7
Flowers:
White Flowers In Spring
Sun:
Part shade,full shade
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Moderate
Thorny:
Yes
Invasive:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Korean rhododendron (Rhododendron mucronulatum 'Cama') should be watered regularly to keep the soil evenly moist without letting it become soggy or dry. Generally, underwatering is better than overwatering this plant species. Water your Korean rhododendron when the top inch of soil is dry. Water it with about an inch of water, approximately once a week or every other week. In hotter summer months, water more frequently as needed. Also, be sure to provide extra water during blooming season.
sunlight
Korean rhododendrons (Rhododendron mucronulatum 'Cama') prefer partial to full sunlight as their ideal exposure. This means that the plant needs between 4 to 8 hours of direct sunlight per day. Morning sunlight is best, as it provides the plant with gentle, indirect light. Too much direct sunlight can be detrimental and lead to leaf scorch. Korean rhododendrons particularly thrive in dappled or indirect sunlight for large portions of the day, such as is found in lightly shaded woodland glades.
pruning
For Korean rhododendron (Rhododendron mucronulatum 'Cama'), pruning should take place in late winter or early spring. Remove any dead or diseased branches first, then lightly prune any remaining branches to the desired shape and size. The amount of pruning that is necessary depends on the size of the plant and the desired result. Generally, most pruning for Korean rhododendron consists of removing up to 1-third of the total length of the branches. This will help to keep the shrub compact and promote new growth and flowering.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering
