Description
Rhododendron ‘Red Wing’ is a stunning evergreen shrub that produces beautiful, ruffled raspberry red blooms, making it one of the longest-lasting red flowering rhododendrons. Its flowers appear in May and are a dramatic addition to any garden. ‘Red Wing’ grows to a height of 1 meter, making it a great choice for small gardens or as a feature plant in a mixed border. This hardy plant requires well-drained acidic soil, ideally with a pH of 4.5-6, and prefers a partially shaded site that is sheltered from strong winds. Once established, ‘Red Wing’ requires little maintenance and can provide years of stunning blooms.
Key Facts
- Common Name(s):Azalea ‘Red Wing’
- Hardiness:Fully hardy
- How big will I get? Rhododendron ‘Red Wing’ can grow to a height of 1m and a spread of 1m.
- Did You Know That:Rhododendrons belong to the heath family and are related to blueberries, cranberries, and heathers?
Plant Calendar
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Care Guide
Soil Requirements
Rhododendron ‘Red Wing’ prefers moist but well-draining soil. This plant requires acidic soil to thrive and cannot grow in neutral or alkaline soil conditions.
Best Position
Rhododendron ‘Red Wing’ prefers a sheltered position and likes the sun but not too much of it, so an area that is partially shaded is perfect.
Maintenance
Rhododendron ‘Red Wing’ is fairly low maintenance and doesn’t require any pruning.
Pest, Diseases and Wildlife
Rhododendron ‘Red Wing’ can have problems with aphids, vine weevil and scale insects, it can be vulnerable to certain diseases such as powdery mildews and bud blast. It is also known to attract bees and butterflies. It is considered to be toxic.
