Rhododendron

Description

To 5' in height; hardy to -10 degrees F.; midseason blooming; A.R.S. rating 4/4/4-5. Strong stems support large trusses of 15 pastel pink flowers with flared golden bronze markings in throat. Distinctive leaves are deep, shiny green with waxy texture, Plant habit broader than tall. (cross by C.O. Dexter, 1925-42; raised by Paul Vossberg, reg. 1973.) A.E. (A.R.S.) 1973.