Rhododendron

Rhododendron 'Waltham' Ericaceae

Growth habit

Shrub

Perennation

Long-lived polycarpic perennial

Location

Groundcover Collection

Source of plant

Weston Nurseries

Description

Numerous clear pink flowers are borne in small trusses. Plant low, compact, growing 2" to 4" per year; foliage small, dark green. (Dr. R. L. Ticknor cross, intro. by Edmund V. Mezitt, Weston Nurseries) (DS 103). Flower bud hardiness tested by University of Minnesota to -18 degrees F. (DS 155).

USDA Hardiness Zone

5

Special characteristics

winter interest, growth habit