Rhododendron
Common Name: Rhododendron
Genus: Rhododendron
Species: glomerulatum
Cultivar: 'Gomer Waterer'
Exposure: Full sun, Partial shade
Hardiness: Hardy
Soil type: Well-drained/light, Moist
Height: 200cm
Spread: 200cm
Flowering period: April to May
A compact, evergreen shrub with medium size, mid-green leaves. The purple flower buds open to funnel-shaped white flowers with pretty yellow throats. This cultivar is extremely tolerant of sun. As with all rhododendrons, acid soil is preferable. If growing in a large pot always choose an ericaceous compost for potting up.
Looks good with:
Camellia 'Cornish Snow'Epimedium x versicolor 'Sulphureum'
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