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