One of the earliest flowering Magnolias
very hard to transplant
Its ornamental foliage has long strap-shaped
it is very easy to maintain and requires minimal pruning
but is adaptable to other types of soils
Rhododendron 'Nova Zembla' - 100-150cm, 35lt European Pines One of the earliest floweringRhododendron Nova Zembla is a tough, bushy, vigorous, evergreen shrub with thick, ovate, glossy, dark green leaves and a profusion of large, funnel shaped, ruby red flowers with maroon spotted throats, blooming in May and June. Rhododendron Nova Zembla grows best in acidic, organically rich, evenly moist, well drained soils. It prefers dappled shade, but can withstand strong sun. Its roots are shallow and poor drainage may lead to a root rot. It is