Hairy Alpenrose (Rhododendron hirsutum)
Rhododendron hirsutum, the Hairy Alpenrose, is an evergreen shrub native to the Alps, featuring pink to red flowers and distinctive hairy leaves.
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Sunlight
Prefers partial shade or dappled sunlight.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Soil
Requires acidic, well-drained, humus-rich soil. Avoid alkaline conditions.
Temperature
Thrives in cool to moderate temperatures.
Habitat
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Use a fertilizer formulated for acid-loving plants.
Care Requirements
Prefers partial shade or dappled sunlight.
Protect from intense afternoon sun.
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Reduce watering in winter.
Requires acidic, well-drained, humus-rich soil. Avoid alkaline conditions.
Thrives in cool to moderate temperatures.
Ideal growing range is 10-20°C.
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Use a fertilizer formulated for acid-loving plants.
Feed in spring.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Shrub
Plant Category
Flowering, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.5-1 m
Spread
0.5-1.5 m
Growth Rate
Slow
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Evergreen
Flower Size
2.5-4 cm
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderEricales
- familyEricaceae
- genusRhododendron
- speciesRhododendron hirsutum
Toxic for humans
Yes
Rating: 3/5
Toxic for pets
Yes
Rating: 4/5
Edible
No