Rhododendron
Rhododendron 'Scintillation'
Ericaceae
Growth habit
Shrub
Perennation
Long-lived polycarpic perennial
Location
Comstock Knoll and Rhododendron Collection
Source of plant
Wells Nursery, Baldsiefen Nursery, Weston Nurseries, Carlson's Gardens
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.
USDA Hardiness Zone
5
Special characteristics
winter interest, foliage characteristics, growth habit