Rhododendron x yakushimanum Bernstein
Rhododendron x yakushimanum Bernstein
Rhododendron x yakushimanum Bernstein
Rhododendron x yakushimanum Bernstein
Rhododendron x yakushimanum Bernstein
Rhododendron
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Description
Rhododendron 'Bernstein' is a hybrid that stands out for the colour of its spring flowering: its cream-coloured flowers are warmed by shades of yellow, even orange, and speckled with small brown to reddish spots in the throat. Of medium size, this beautiful shrub has a slightly spreading bushy habit and bears narrow evergreen foliage of a fairly light green, in harmony with the flowering. This perfectly hardy variety will thrive in damp and semi-shaded ericaceous soil, or even in denser shade.
Rhododendrons are plants of the family Ericaceae, just like heathers, preferring predominantly limestone-free soils, with an acidic tendency, and humid climates. Derived from a cross with a hybrid Rhododendron yakushimanum, the Rhododendron 'Bernstein' was introduced in Germany in 1965. It forms a dense, round-shaped, slightly spreading bush, averaging 1.75 m (6ft) in height and 2.20 m (7ft) in width at maturity. Its growth is rather slow, generally reaching 1 m (3ft) in height at the age of 10. Its evergreen leaves are of a fairly light green, elliptical in shape and cover the plant well. The underside is very velvety. In May, the remarkably abundant flowering submerges the bush: grouped in corymbs of 8 to 11 units, beautiful large flowers of 7 to 8 cm (3in), salmon-coloured to buff in buds, open in a palette of delicate tones, white-cream, pale amber yellow, orange, brown, dark red.
Like all yakushimanum hybrids, affectionately called 'rhodos yak' by specialists, Rhododendron 'Bernstein' is hardy down to -15°C (5°F). Although they prefer a semi-shaded exposure, these hybrids can tolerate the morning sun as long as it is not scorching and their base remains damp. 'Bernstein', with its abundant and delicate flowering, will easily decorate a small shaded space in the garden, in the company of ferns, blue or variegated hostas, Pieris, heathers, Kalmias, Azaleas and Japanese Maples, or other rhododendrons from the same group to create superb patchworks of textures and colours in spring. Cultivation in containers requires regular watering with non-calcareous water and specific fertilizers for ericaceous plants.
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Rhododendron
x yakushimanum
Bernstein
Ericaceae
Rhododendron
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Planting and care
Plant Rhododendron 'Bernstein' in a semi-shaded position, protected from cold and drying winds, in a damp, humus-rich, and light soil with an acidic tendency. Like all plants in the heath family, it does not tolerate limestone soils or heavy soils saturated with water in winter. Dig a hole three times larger than the pot. Soak the root ball in non-calcareous water and plant the shrub at the level of the collar, in a mixture composed of 1/4 compost, humus, gravel or pumice, and loam. Water generously and keep the soil moist in summer.
Azaleas and Rhododendrons have a shallow and relatively limited root system. Therefore, they are sensitive to long periods of drought. That is why it is recommended to enrich the soil with humus beforehand and water abundantly with non-calcareous water during dry periods. In addition, this root system is not very strong, which is why it is essential to lighten heavy soils with draining materials (gravel, pumice, clay pellets) when planting. Apply a mulch of shredded pine bark around the base of the bush every spring to maintain soil moisture while keeping an acidic pH.
Maintenance involves removing old faded flowers in summer using pruning shears and clearing the plant of dead branches. Azaleas and Rhododendrons can sometimes be attacked by weevils that eat the edges of leaves and rootlets, as well as the infamous "rhododendron beetle" which does not often cause significant damage. Yellowing of the leaves (chlorosis) in Rhododendrons indicates poor iron assimilation in the soil and can lead to the premature death of the plant. While limestone is generally the cause, poorly-drained soil or deeply planted root balls can also explain the phenomenon.
"Rhodos" reach their full potential in our Breton and Norman climates, planted in limestone-free soil and in a humid environment. Their cultivation in our hotter and drier climates is often doomed to failure in the long run, despite all the efforts made to acclimatize them.
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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).
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 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.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to regions in USDA Zone 9a (East Coast and Midlands: Dublin, Wexford, Waterford, Kilkenny, Portlaoise). It will vary depending on where you live:
- On the west coast and in the north-west (Galway, Limerick, Sligo, Donegal, Westport), delay planting by 1 to 2 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 1 to 2 weeks in autumn compared to the dates given, preferably choosing periods without strong winds.
- In the inland hills and plateaus (Wicklow Mountains, Macgillycuddy’s Reeks, Connemara, Killarney), it is best to plant in spring (April–May) or autumn (September–October), avoiding periods of waterlogged soil in winter and strong winds, which pose the main risk to newly planted trees in these areas.
The flowering period indicated on our website applies to regions in USDA Zone 9a, such as the East Coast and Midlands, including Dublin, Wexford, Waterford, Kilkenny and Portlaoise.
This will vary depending on where you live:
- On the west coast and in the northwest (Galway, Limerick, Sligo, Donegal and Westport), it will be delayed by one to two weeks compared to the given dates, due to stronger Atlantic winds and less spring sunshine.
- In the inland hills and plateaus (the Wicklow Mountains, the Macgillycuddy's Reeks, Connemara and Killarney), flowering will be delayed by two to three weeks. Flowering mainly occurs between May and July, with the limiting factors being less frost and more of the excessive humidity, strong winds and lack of sunshine that are characteristic of these areas.
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