Rhododendron

Growth habit

Shrub

Perennation

Long-lived polycarpic perennial

Location

Comstock Knoll and Rhododendron Collection

Source of plant

Rosebay Nursery, Baldsiefen Nursery, Kellygreen Rhododendron Nursery

Description

To 5'; hardy to -25 degrees F.; very early blooming; A.R.S. rating 3/3. One of the earliest of the very hardy hybrids. An abundance of light pink flowers with darker centers, about 2" across; leaves 5" long, 1.75"wide. Good plant habit. (Anthony M. Shamarello cross; raised & intro. by David G. Leach; reg. 1962).

USDA Hardiness Zone

4

Special characteristics

hardiness, flowering season, winter interest