Rhododendron ‘Purple Cushion’ is a superb hardy shrub that is much adored for its trumpet-shaped, mauve-purple blooms. They will appear in bundles from April until May and smother a compact growing, bushy habit of deep green leaflets. A beautiful addition to the front of borders, patio pots and tropical themed landscapes, it will really liven up dull outdoor spaces and remain easy to care for all year round. Happy to develop in semi shade, watch it thrive to a height of 75cm, along with a spread of 1m. Exactly as the name suggests, this little evergreen Azalea forms a neat pillow of evergreen foliage. In May, Rhododendron ‘Purple Cushion’ is covered from top to bottom with funnel-shaped, mauve-purple flowers. Grow Rhododendrons in moist, well drained, acid soil that has been enriched with plenty of well rotted organic matter. Choose a position in semi or dappled shade with shelter from cold drying winds. Many dwarf Rhododendrons can cope with a sunny position provided that the soil remains reliably moist. Where soil conditions are alkaline, Rhododendron plants are best grown in patio containers, using a mix of ericaceous compost and a soil based compost such as John Innes No. 3. Rhododendrons are surface rooting so it is important to avoid planting them too deeply.
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