Description
Rhododendron ‘Tarragona’ is a hardy evergreen shrub that blooms in May with showy cherry-red flowers. It can grow up to 1.5m in both height and width, making it an impressive addition to garden borders and woodland glades. With its attractive foliage and stunning blooms, ‘Tarragona’ is perfect for adding a splash of colour to any shady area or as a stunning screen in the garden. It’s an easy-to-grow plant that will thrive in acidic soil, ideally with a pH of 4.5-6. Choose a partially shaded site that’s sheltered from harsh winds. Once established, there should be little or no need to prune.
Key Facts
- Common Name(s):Rhododendron ‘Taragona’
- Hardiness:Fully hardy
- How big will I get? Rhododendron ‘Taragona’ can grow to a height of 1.5m and a spread of 1.5m.
- 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 ‘Taragona’ 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 ‘Taragona’ 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 ‘Taragona’ is fairly low maintenance and doesn’t require any pruning.
Pest, Diseases and Wildlife
Rhododendron ‘Taragona’ 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.
