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Re: Vireyas


> Is anyone growing Vireyas, a rhododendron related vine or shrub? Do you
> have any growing advice or recommended varieties? 

Vireyeas are Rhododendrons, they are just the tropical varieties.  
 
> I understand that they are somewhat drought tolerant, even though they are
> native to New Guinea. So though they don't seem like the typical
> Mediterranean plant, I suppose they will do well for some of our world-wide
> group of gardeners. They seem to be better known in New Zealand than in the
> US.

They want moisture and warmth; a Mediterranean climate would probably be
much too dry for them.  Around here (Seattle), they are greenhouse plants.
The Rhododendron Species Foundation near Federal Way, WA, grows lots of
them.

Bob
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