{"product_id":"rhododendron-kalinka-shrub-height-60-70cm-20lt","title":"Rhododendron 'Kalinka' - Shrub - Height 60-70cm - 20lt","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"flex-1 overflow-hidden\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"react-scroll-to-bottom--css-rafds-79elbk h-full dark:bg-gray-800\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"react-scroll-to-bottom--css-rafds-1n7m0yu\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col items-center text-sm dark:bg-gray-800\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"group w-full text-gray-800 dark:text-gray-100 border-b border-black\/10 dark:border-gray-900\/50 bg-gray-50 dark:bg-[#444654]\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"text-base gap-4 md:gap-6 md:max-w-2xl lg:max-w-xl xl:max-w-3xl p-4 md:py-6 flex lg:px-0 m-auto\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"relative flex w-[calc(100%-50px)] flex-col gap-1 md:gap-3 lg:w-[calc(100%-115px)]\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-grow flex-col gap-3\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"min-h-[20px] flex flex-col items-start gap-4 whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Rhododendron 'Kalinka' is an exquisite evergreen shrub admired for its striking floral displays and robust garden presence. A member of the Ericaceae family, this hybrid cultivar is a favourite among gardeners for its vibrant, showy blooms and year-round appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e'Kalinka' typically grows into a compact, mounded shape, reaching a height and spread of around 1.5 metres over 10 years. Its dense, glossy foliage provides an attractive backdrop to its blossoms. The leaves are oblong, deep green, and leathery in texture, maintaining their colour throughout the seasons, making this plant a reliable choice for adding structure to a garden.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe most notable feature of Rhododendron 'Kalinka' is its stunning blooms, which appear in late spring, typically from May to June. The flowers are large, trumpet-shaped, and grouped in impressive trusses. They showcase a captivating salmon-pink hue with soft orange undertones, creating a warm and cheerful effect. Each blossom often has a subtly darker blotch in the centre, adding depth and character to the overall display.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis cultivar thrives in well-drained, acidic soils rich in organic matter, preferring a sheltered spot with dappled shade to avoid scorching the leaves or fading the flowers. Regular mulching helps retain moisture and regulate soil temperature, while pruning is rarely needed, aside from removing spent blooms to encourage further flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRhododendron 'Kalinka' is a versatile plant, suitable for borders, woodland gardens, or as part of an informal hedge. It pairs beautifully with other acid-loving plants such as azaleas, camellias, or pieris. With its low-maintenance nature, spectacular blooms, and evergreen foliage, 'Kalinka' is an outstanding choice for enhancing the visual appeal of any garden throughout the year.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Arundel Arboretum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57002838491514,"sku":"RHOD-KALI-SH70-20","price":83.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/9130\/4688\/files\/b7a29f70-37ab-4af2-83f6-24cda574c2dd.jpg?v=1782293900","url":"https:\/\/www.arundelarboretum.co.uk\/products\/rhododendron-kalinka-shrub-height-60-70cm-20lt","provider":"Arundel Arboretum","version":"1.0","type":"link"}