Suited to regions: | Subtropical, Temperate |
Plant type: | Shrubs |
Height: | 1.00 m |
Spread: | 1.00 m |
Flowering time: | Spring |
Tolerances: | |
Garden uses: | Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Pool areas |
Garden styles: | Backyard, City & Courtyard, Cottage, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Tropical |
Easy to grow? | Yes |
Maintenance requirements | Low |
Growth rate | Medium |
“Red Mountain” is a variety of Rhododendron that originates from the tropics and features dark, ruby-red flowers. These trumpet shaped flowers are borne through spring and are complemented by the dark green leaves. It typically grows to 1 m tall and the same wide, performing best when grown in full sun or partial shade on a well-drained, frost free, sheltered site. “Red Mountain” is commonly included in a mixed planting, used in tropical or cottage gardens, maintained in a container, or planted around outdoor living areas.
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