Rhododendron hippophaeoides

Sea Buckthorn-leaved Rhododendron

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A dwarf evergreen shrub native to China and Myanmar, prized for its dense foliage and vibrant spring blooms, often cultivated in bonsai.
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Plant Details

Common Name Sea Buckthorn-leaved Rhododendron
Family Ericaceae
Genus Rhododendron
Species Hippophaeoides
Origin China / Myanmar
Blooming Spring; vibrant pink to purple flowers in clusters.
Leaf Color Dark green with reddish new growth
Sunlight Half-shade
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Acidic peat mix with perlite, pH 4.5-6.0 required for nutrient uptake.

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Watering

Keep soil consistently moist but never waterlogged; use rain or distilled water if possible.

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Sunlight & Care

Prefers partial shade to avoid leaf scorch; needs bright indirect light in winter.

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Fertilization

Apply specialized acid-loving plant fertilizer monthly during growing season (Apr-Aug).

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Pruning

Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and remove dead wood.

Pest Control Aphid Scale Insect Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 3 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
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Nov
Dec
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
41° – 82°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 75%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
600 – 12000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1000 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
30% – 65%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1200
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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