Anku series of rhododendrons are evergreen multi-season flowering rhododendrons selected and bred by American breeders after 10 years of hard work, and the ornamental period is greatly extended; Good adaptability, simple maintenance, can withstand the low temperature of -10 °C, many varieties can withstand the low temperature of -15 °C; There are varieties of low to medium plant types, with different flower types and flower colors, and rich and diverse application forms, which is an ideal flower material for potting and gardening.
Anku rhododendron is a hybrid rhododendron selected from the United States, similar in characteristics to Kurumi rhododendron, but in multiple seasons, it can alternate flowers through new and old branches, and the initial flowering time is basically from late March to April.
Differentiate the points
The anku cuckoo is different from the Western cuckoo
1. The place of origin is different
The Western cuckoo comes from Belgium, so it also has a name called Belgian rhododendron, but in the north of Our country it is easy to buy the Western rhododendron, and in the south most of the cuckoos bought are Anku rhododendrons, which is also the difference between the Western cuckoo and the rhododendron.
2. Difference in appearance
The height of the Western cuckoo is between one and two meters, but its branches are very rare, and the Anku rhododendron is different, although their height is similar, but the branches of the ordinary rhododendron are very lush and plump.
3. Leaf shape
The leaves of the Western rhododendron are relatively thick and the color is very rich and deep, while the leaves of the color of the Anku rhododendron are thin and pale compared to the former, and the gloss is very good.
4. Flowering time
The flowering of the Western rhododendron is in April and May, but it is a heavy petal, while the flowering time of the Anku rhododendron is in April, and the petals are small, and there are many and dense petals, or there are single petals and tube petals, and the breeding method of the Western rhododendron is only grafting, while the ordinary can be cut.
Foundation maintenance
illumination
The Anku Series Azaleas can perform well in full-light conditions of 4-6 hours of sunshine per day, or in filtered shades that get enough light.
Although the Azaleas of the Anku series can also grow in extreme shade, the amount of flowers will be greatly reduced, or even flowerless.
soil
The Anku series of rhododendrons, like other rhododendrons, is an acid-loving plant that grows luxuriantly in well-drained acidic soils. The ideal pH level of the soil should be between 5.5-6.5. In some areas of acidic soil where drainage is not very good, the planting bed should be raised. Or you can use the newly launched rhododendron medium of the Rainbow Flower Master directly.
watering
All things grow inseparable from water, rhododendron is the same, generally in the winter about a week to water, watering once a time, placed in a ventilated place, keep the pot soil moist on the line, it is best to spray some water on the leaf surface every day.
temperature
Generally, the temperature of 20-25 is the most suitable, and it is placed at 15-20 degrees when flowering, which can extend the flowering period. Anku rhododendron is also very good in cold resistance and adaptable, so it is not afraid of low room temperature in winter.
Precautions for planting in autumn and winter
Autumn is a great time to plant the Anku series of rhododendrons. Because the newly grown roots in autumn favor the plant to flower in the spring. Although the roots of the Anku series of rhododendrons cannot accumulate water, they must not dry out the roots. When the extremely cold winter comes, plant some simple antifreeze measures that need to be taken. When your rhododendron is highly stable, there will be less maintenance in winter. Fertilization should not be done until after frost. When fertilizing, use rhododendron fertilizer or flower fertilizer according to the guided dosage.
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