Rhododendron INKARHO Bloombux Magenta

The 'Bloombux Magenta' Rhododendron with its small shiny foliage is ideal for low hedges that are pruned, it is a dwarf rhododendron with the soul of a boxwood. In addition, it is part of the Inkharo range: its roots tolerate the presence of clay and limestone in the soil better. It is therefore a non-acidophilous and chameleon-like rhododendron. The Magenta cultivar is adorned with the most intense pink flowers in the Bloombux range. Fragrant and melliferous, they bloom in June on a compact, hardy, and evergreen bush. It can be grown in a pot as well and behaves like a flowering boxwood, resistant to diseases.

Rhododendrons encompass over 800 species from the ericaceae family, cultivated for the beauty of their massive flowering. The story of the Inkharo Rhododendrons, somewhat revolutionary plants recently presented at the Chelsea Flower Show, began in Germany over 20 years ago. The discovery of a rhododendron naturally growing in a chalk quarry made it possible to graft different varieties onto its extraordinary root system. The bushes obtained by this method tolerate a wide range of soils with a pH ranging from 4.5 to 7.5, provided they are loose, fertile, moist, and not excessively chalky. In summary, a soil that suits hydrangeas. The 'Bloombux Magenta' variety is one of the latest introduced to the market and one of the easiest to grow. It is a hybrid between two dwarf species, R. hirsutum and R. micranthum. The bush has a rounded and slightly spreading habit. It will reach about 75cm in height in 10 years, 1m at maturity. Its evergreen foliage is composed of small oval and pointed, entire, dark green leaves with a satin finish. Flowering takes place in June, in the form of terminal clusters composed of a multitude of small flowers ranging from medium to deep pink, slightly fragrant. This plant tolerates pruning just after flowering. It has excellent hardiness.

The 'Bloombux Magenta' Rhododendron is relatively tolerant regarding exposure; we advise you to place it in non-burning sunlight or partial shade, ideally in the east, where it will benefit from morning sun while being protected from excessive heat. In the garden, it can replace boxwood in all its uses: as a hedge, topiary, or in large pots. In a more traditional way, you can plant it alongside many other flowering shrubs, not necessarily acidophilous: hydrangeas, Japanese quinces, smaller buddleias, dwarf Abelias, or autumn camellias. In acid soil, it can of course be associated with Azaleas, Pieris,  Japanese Maples, or, in the back of the border, with Ferns and Japanese Anemones.