Rhododendron 'Cilpinense' (Dwarf rhododendron 'Cilpinense')

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Skill rating Intermediate
skill rating
Ultimate spread 1.5m
max. spread
Ultimate height 1.5m
max. height
Time to maturity 10-20 years
to maturity
Maintenance level 2 hours care
per year

Botanical name: Rhododendron 'Cilpinense'

Other names: Dwarf rhododendron 'Cilpinense'


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Genus: Rhododendron

Variety or cultivar: 'Cilpinense' _ 'Cilpinense' is a mounded, evergreen shrub with deep forest green, shiny leaves. In spring it has trumpet flowers that are blush pink with deeper pink touches.

Rhododendron 'Cilpinense' is: Evergreen

Flower: Rose-pink, Flushed pink in Spring

Foliage: Dark-green in All seasons

Habit: Rounded, Bushy

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Specific pests: Aphids , Caterpillars , Leafhoppers , Vine weevil

Specific diseases: Powdery mildew , Rhododendron bud blast , Rhododendron petal blight , Silver leaf

General care

Propagation methods: Semi-hardwood cuttings, Grafting, Layering. REGISTER to read more...


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Rhododendron 'Cilpinense' (Dwarf rhododendron 'Cilpinense') will reach a height of 1.5m and a spread of 1.5m after 10-20 years.


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Suggested uses: Banks and Slopes, Cottage/Informal, Beds and borders, Wallside and trellises, Containers

Cultivation: Plant in moist, humus-rich, free-draining, acid soil in sun or dappled shade. Plant shallowly. Protect from frost to prevent damage to flowers.

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Soil types: Clay, Loamy, Sandy Match unknown
Soil drainage: Moist but well-drained, Well-drained Match unknown
Soil pH: Acid Match unknown
Light: Partial Shade Match unknown
Aspect: North, South, East, West Match unknown
Exposure: Sheltered Match unknown
Hardiness: Hardy (H4) Match unknown

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