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Rhododendron 'Princess Alice'

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Rhododendron 'Princess Alice' is a beautiful evergreen shrub prized for its elegant clusters of soft cream to pale pink flowers that create a spectacular display during spring. The lush green foliage provides year round structure and interest, making this variety a standout addition to New Zealand gardens. Its graceful appearance and reliable flowering habit make it ideal for feature planting, mixed borders, and woodland garden settings. Rhododendron 'Princess Alice' delivers timeless beauty, colour, and sophistication to a wide range of landscape designs.

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Suited to regions:All regions
Plant type:Shrubs
Height:1.50 m
Spread:1.50 m
Flowering time:Spring
Tolerances:
Garden uses:Living areas, Pool areas
Garden styles:Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Rock, Tropical
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
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Sku12315

How to grow Rhododendron 'Princess Alice' in NZ

Rhododendron 'Princess Alice' grows best in a position with filtered sunlight or partial shade and moist, acidic, free draining soil. Before planting, enrich the soil with compost or organic matter to improve fertility and moisture retention. Water regularly while the shrub is establishing and during extended dry periods. Avoid exposed sites and soils containing lime. Applying mulch around the base helps conserve moisture, suppress weeds, and keep the root zone cool, supporting healthy growth throughout the year.

Rhododendron 'Princess Alice' care tips

Rhododendron 'Princess Alice' is relatively easy to care for once established. Water during dry periods to maintain evenly moist soil and apply a fertiliser designed for acid loving plants during spring. Remove spent flower trusses after flowering to maintain a tidy appearance and direct energy into future growth. Refresh mulch annually to improve soil quality and protect the shallow roots. Regular attention to watering and feeding will help ensure healthy foliage and abundant flowering.

Rhododendron 'Princess Alice' size, spacing, and growth rate

Rhododendron 'Princess Alice' typically grows to around 2 metres tall and 2 metres wide, forming a dense and rounded shrub over time. It has a moderate growth rate and develops steadily when grown in suitable conditions. Space plants approximately 1.5 to 2 metres apart when creating mass plantings or flowering screens. Adequate spacing allows good airflow and enables the shrub to develop its natural shape while displaying its impressive spring flowers to full effect.

Landscaping uses for Rhododendron 'Princess Alice'

Rhododendron 'Princess Alice' is an excellent choice for woodland gardens, mixed shrub borders, and feature plantings. The soft coloured flowers create a refined and elegant display during spring and pair beautifully with camellias, azaleas, ferns, and other shade loving plants. It works well as a focal point in sheltered locations or planted in groups for greater visual impact. The evergreen foliage ensures year round structure and garden appeal even when the plant is not flowering.

Why buy Rhododendron 'Princess Alice' from The Plant Company?

The Plant Company is NZ's most trusted plant nursery, supplying premium quality plants that are carefully grown for New Zealand conditions. When you purchase Rhododendron 'Princess Alice' from The Plant Company, you receive a healthy and vigorous plant backed by expert advice and exceptional customer service. Orders are carefully packed and delivered nationwide to arrive in excellent condition. With a reputation for quality, reliability, and customer satisfaction, The Plant Company provides confidence and value with every plant purchase.

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