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