Rhododendron Madame Masson
Rhododendron Madame Masson
Rhododendron Madame Masson
Rhododendron
Seems to have withstood transportation better To be seen after planting
Michèle , 15/01/2024
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Description
Rhododendron 'Madame Masson' is an old variety. It is a dwarf bush with elongated leaves of shiny green colour. Its abundant spring flowering is white to imperial yellow-green. It will elegantly decorate flower beds or containers in your garden.
Rhododendron 'Madame Masson' forms a dense bush, with an upright habit, reaching 1.4m (5ft) in height and 80cm (32in) in width at maturity. Its evergreen leaves of beautiful glossy green are elliptical and elongated in shape. During the months of April and May, this bush will charm you with its white flowers with an imperial yellow-green colour. It is an ideal companion for plants in shaded areas.
Originating from the cross between Rhododendron catawbiense and Rhododendron ponticum, the Rhododendron 'Madame Masson' is very hardy down to -20°C. It prefers a shaded exposure. This bush loves moist, humus-rich, well-drained soils with an acidic tendency.
The Rhododendron 'Madame Masson' will be ideal in undergrowth, in flower beds, in pots or as a standalone plant, but always in shaded environments. It will decorate your garden all year round and brighten it in spring with its numerous white flowers with an imperial yellow-green colour. Plant it on a slope or in a rock garden along with Magnolias, Pieris, Heathers, Kalmias, Azaleas, and Japanese Maples.
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Botanical data
Rhododendron
Madame Masson
Ericaceae
Rhododendron
Cultivar or hybrid
Planting and care
Plant Rhododendron 'Madame Masson' in a semi-shaded position, protected from cold and drying winds, in a moist, humus-rich and light soil with an acidic tendency. Like all plants that prefer ericaceous soil, it does not tolerate limestone soils or heavy soils that become waterlogged in winter. Dig a hole three times larger than the pot. Soak the root ball in non-limestone water and plant the bush at the collar level, in a mixture composed of leaf compost, gravel or pumice, and loam. Water generously and keep the soil moist in summer. Azaleas and Rhododendrons have a shallow root system. As a result, they are susceptible to long periods of drought. Therefore, it is recommended to enrich the soil with humus and water abundantly during dry periods. Additionally, this root system is not very strong, which is why it is essential to lighten heavy soils with draining materials (gravel, pumice, clay pellets) at planting. Apply a mulch of crushed pine bark around the base of the bush every spring to maintain soil moisture while preserving an acidic pH. Maintenance involves removing faded flowers in summer and pruning out dead branches. Azaleas and Rhododendrons may sometimes be attacked by weevils, which eat the edges of the leaves and the rootlets, as well as the notorious "rhododendron beetle," which rarely causes significant damage. Yellowing of the leaves (chlorosis) in Rhododendrons indicates poor assimilation of iron from the soil and can lead to premature plant death. While limestone is often the cause, poorly drained soil or a deeply planted root ball can also explain the phenomenon.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
The flowering period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, etc.)
It will vary according to where you live:- In zones 9 to 10 (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), flowering will occur about 2 to 4 weeks earlier.
- In zones 6 to 7 (Germany, Poland, Slovenia, and lower mountainous regions), flowering will be delayed by 2 to 3 weeks.
- In zone 5 (Central Europe, Scandinavia), blooming will be delayed by 3 to 5 weeks.
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, United Kingdom, Ireland, Netherlands).
It will vary according to where you live:
- In Mediterranean zones (Marseille, Madrid, Milan, etc.), autumn and winter are the best planting periods.
- In continental zones (Strasbourg, Munich, Vienna, etc.), delay planting by 2 to 3 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 2 to 4 weeks in autumn.
- In mountainous regions (the Alps, Pyrenees, Carpathians, etc.), it is best to plant in late spring (May-June) or late summer (August-September).
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.