{"product_id":"rhododendron-yak-percy-wiseman-10-litre-pot","title":"Rhododendron Yak. Percy Wiseman 10 Litre Pot","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRhododendron yakushimanum 'Percy Wiseman' – Compact Peachy-Pink Rhododendron\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRhododendron yakushimanum 'Percy Wiseman'\u003c\/em\u003e is a truly beautiful compact evergreen shrub, celebrated for its stunning flower display and neat, well-mannered habit. Opening from rose-pink buds, the funnel-shaped blooms emerge in a warm peachy-cream shade, fading gracefully to creamy white as they mature — creating a delightful two-tone effect across the entire plant in late spring. Dense, dark green foliage with a distinctive silvery-white indumentum on new growth adds further ornamental appeal throughout the year, making this one of the most rewarding rhododendrons for gardens of all sizes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeasonal Highlights\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpring\u003c\/strong\u003e: Abundant trusses of peachy-pink to creamy-white funnel-shaped flowers smother the plant in a magnificent bicolour display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSummer\u003c\/strong\u003e: Rich, dark evergreen foliage with attractive silvery new growth provides handsome structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAutumn\u003c\/strong\u003e: Glossy leaves remain fresh and green, maintaining a strong garden presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinter\u003c\/strong\u003e: Evergreen habit ensures year-round structure; emerging buds begin to form for the season ahead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStunning bicolour blooms\u003c\/strong\u003e – Peachy-pink buds open to warm cream, fading beautifully to white in late spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompact and well-rounded habit\u003c\/strong\u003e – Slow-growing and naturally neat, ideal for smaller spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAttractive foliage\u003c\/strong\u003e – Dark green evergreen leaves with silvery-white new-season growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFully hardy\u003c\/strong\u003e – Reliable and resilient across the UK.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLow maintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e – Requires minimal pruning and is long-lived once established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBorders and beds\u003c\/strong\u003e – Provides evergreen structure and spectacular spring colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContainers\u003c\/strong\u003e – Thrives in pots filled with ericaceous compost on patios and terraces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWoodland gardens\u003c\/strong\u003e – Perfectly at home in dappled shade beneath trees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSmall and compact gardens\u003c\/strong\u003e – Slow, restrained growth makes it easy to accommodate in tight spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecimen planting\u003c\/strong\u003e – Striking enough to stand alone as a focal point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Tips\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSun\/Position\u003c\/strong\u003e: Best in partial shade with shelter from strong, drying winds; tolerates more sun in cooler, moister climates but avoid harsh midday sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e: Requires moist, humus-rich, well-drained acidic soil (pH 4.5–6.0) or ericaceous compost in containers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness\u003c\/strong\u003e: Fully hardy throughout the UK.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering\u003c\/strong\u003e: Water regularly, using rainwater where possible — particularly important in hard water areas to avoid raising soil pH.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding \u0026amp; Mulching\u003c\/strong\u003e: Apply a specialist ericaceous fertiliser in spring and mulch annually with pine bark or ericaceous compost to retain moisture, suppress weeds, and maintain soil acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning\u003c\/strong\u003e: Little pruning is needed. Deadhead spent flower trusses carefully by snapping them off at the base to encourage a stronger display the following year. Lightly reshape after flowering if required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLooks Great With\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOther rhododendrons and azaleas\u003c\/strong\u003e – Extend the spring flowering season with complementary shades of purple, red, or white.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePieris japonica\u003c\/strong\u003e – Vivid red new growth and white bell-shaped flowers make a striking pairing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJapanese maples (Acer palmatum)\u003c\/strong\u003e – Delicate foliage and rich autumn colour create an elegant contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCamellias\u003c\/strong\u003e – Complement with bold flowers earlier in the season for continuity of colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFerns and hostas\u003c\/strong\u003e – Lush foliage companions that thrive in the same shaded, acidic conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Grasslands Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56990333665606,"sku":"172952","price":41.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.grasslands.co.uk\/products\/rhododendron-yak-percy-wiseman-10-litre-pot","provider":"Grasslands Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}