Rhododendron

Rhododendron 'Red River' Ericaceae

Growth habit

Shrub

Perennation

Long-lived polycarpic perennial

Location

Comstock Knoll and Rhododendron Collection

Source of plant

Leach Research Station, Sandy Rhododendron

Description

To 5' in height; hardy to -20 degrees F.; late season blooming. Flowers bright red shading pink towards an almost white center with a yellow dorsal flair, held in full pyramidal trusses. Leaves large and wavy-margined.

USDA Hardiness Zone

4