Rhododendron 'Tortoiseshell Orange'

Rhododendron 'Tortoiseshell Orange' is a medium-sized, evergreen, rhodo with a rounded and wide upright shape. The leaves are large, elliptical, strongly veined and olive green. This griersonianum hybrid blooms mainly in the month of May and June with orange-red funnel-shaped flowers with a fine red-brown macula and curled petals. Rhododendron 'Tortoiseshell Orange' prefers a location in filtered sunlight or partial shade, sheltered from harsh winds and with a shaded root zone. It requires an acidic, moist, well-drained soil that should never be allowed to dry out completely, requires little pruning and is reasonably hardy, winter protection is recommended in severe, persistent frost.