Rhododendron
Rhododendron 'Besse Howells'
Ericaceae
Growth habit
Shrub
Perennation
Long-lived polycarpic perennial
Location
Comstock Knoll and Rhododendron Collection
Source of plant
Anthony Shammarello & Son Nursery, Roslyn Nursery, Briarwood Gardens, Kellygreen Rhododendron Nursery, Eastern Plant Specialists
Description
To 4' tall; hardy to -20 degrees F.; early-midseason blooming; A.R.S. rating 3-4/3-4/4. Compact habit, dark green leaves. Ruffled flowers are burgundy-red with dark red blotch held in globular trusses. (Anthony M. Shammarello, intro. 1964).
USDA Hardiness Zone
5
Special characteristics
winter interest