Rhododendron
Rhododendron 'Madrid'
Ericaceae
Growth habit
Shrub
Perennation
Long-lived polycarpic perennial
Location
Comstock Knoll and Rhododendron Collection
Source of plant
Roslyn Nursery, Carlson's Gardens, Carlson's Gardens
Description
To 5'; hardy to -20 degrees F.; mid to late season blooming. Flowers roseine purple with a bold dorsalblotch of ruby red, widely funnel-shaped, 3.25" across, borne in spherical trusses of 12-14. Plant rounded, broader than tall; dark green leaves 5" long are held 2 years. (David G. Leach, intro. 1973; reg. 1983).
USDA Hardiness Zone
5
Special characteristics
hardiness