Azalea

Rhododendron 'Weston's Parade' Ericaceae

Growth habit

Shrub

Perennation

Long-lived polycarpic perennial

Location

Cornell Class of 1938 Native Maple Slope

Source of plant

Peter Podaras, Weston Nurseries

Description

Sweet-scented heads of dark pink flowers with orange eyes are borne in July. Wide-upright growth habit. University of Minnesota bud hardiness tested to -24 degrees F. Selected and introduced by Weston Nurseries, Inc. Renamed by Weston Nurseries in 2000; previously 'Parade'.

USDA Hardiness Zone

4

Special characteristics

fragrance, flowering season