Rhododendron obt. Kermesina

<h2>Rhododendron obt. Kermesina</h2> <p>Rhododendron obtusum Kermesina is a compact evergreen azalea forming a low, bushy mound of small dark green leaves, smothered in late spring with vibrant pink, single funnel-shaped blooms. Best in light shade and sheltered from cold, drying winds, it thrives in moist but well-drained, humus-rich, acidic (ericaceous) soil. Ideal for woodland and Asian-style plantings, small borders and containers with ericaceous compost; slow-growing and naturally tidy.</p> <strong>Position:</strong> <span>Partial shade (dappled light)</span> <strong>Rate of Growth:</strong> <span>Slow-growing</span> <strong>Soil:</strong> <span>Acidic, humus-rich, moist but well-drained (ericaceous)</span> <strong>Hardiness:</strong> <span>Hardy in most of the UK (H5)</span> <strong>Jan</strong> <strong>Feb</strong> <strong>Mar</strong> <strong>Apr</strong> <strong>May</strong> <strong>Jun</strong> <strong>Jul</strong> <strong>Aug</s