Rhododendron Hybrid Goldflimmer 10 Litre Pot

The Rhododendron Hybrid 'Goldflimmer' is a striking evergreen shrub, prized for its unique variegated foliage and clusters of lavender-pink blooms. This hybrid offers a two-fold ornamental appeal: vibrant flowers in spring and attractive, year-round foliage with distinctive yellow-green variegation. Its bushy growth habit and hardy nature make it a versatile and low-maintenance choice for UK gardens, adding both color and texture to borders, woodland settings, or containers.

Key Characteristics:

• Size: Grows to a height and spread of around 1.2 to 1.5 metres (4-5 feet), making it compact enough for smaller spaces while still providing impact.
• Foliage: Evergreen with distinctive variegated leaves—dark green with bright yellow-green markings that bring interest and brightness to the garden throughout the year.
• Flowers: Produces clusters of lavender-pink, trumpet-shaped flowers in mid to late spring. The soft, pastel blooms contrast beautifully with the vivid variegated leaves.
• Growth Habit: Bushy and rounded, with a compact growth habit that makes it perfect for creating structure in garden designs.

Growing Conditions:

• Soil: Prefers acidic, well-drained soils rich in organic matter. Use ericaceous compost for container planting. Avoid waterlogged conditions to keep the roots healthy.
• Light: Thrives in partial shade, though it can tolerate some morning sun. Too much direct sunlight may cause leaf scorch, especially in hot weather.
• Watering: Requires regular watering, especially in dry spells, to maintain soil moisture, but should not be left in standing water.

Ideal Uses:

• Borders & Shrub Beds: The unique foliage and soft blooms make ‘Goldflimmer’ an excellent choice for adding visual interest and texture to mixed borders or shrub beds.
• Woodland Gardens: Its preference for partial shade makes it ideal for woodland settings where it can thrive in dappled light.
• Containers: Suitable for growing in large containers, especially in areas where the soil may not be naturally acidic.
• Feature Planting: Its variegated foliage makes it a stunning specimen plant, standing out even when not in bloom.

Rhododendron Hybrid Goldflimmer 10 Litre Pot Grasslands Nursery Winter Hardy Average Rate Of Growth Summer Purple Evergreen

Does the height include the pot?

No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description

How long does delivery take?

Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.

Where will you leave my plants?

We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.