Rhododendron dichroanthum subsp. 'Scyphocalix'

Rhododendron dichroanthum subsp. 'Scyphocalix' grabs attention with its unusual bicoloured flowers. This compact, evergreen shrub is ideal for smaller gardens or as a standout accent. Its slow-growing, rounded form reaches up to 1.5m, carrying dark green leaves softly felted in white or grey beneath. From late spring to early summer, it produces loose clusters of three to five bell-shaped flowers in gold and orange, blushed with pink or red towards the edges, offering valuable colour later in the season than most other rhododendrons. Ultimate height: 1.5m (4.9ft). Ultimate spread: 2m (6.5ft).