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Description of Rhododendron 'Red Fountain' |
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Seed Parent x Pollen Parent: |
W. Leith x nakaharai |
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Predominate Flower Color: |
Orange |
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Flower / Truss Description: |
Flower tubular funnel-shaped, wavy lobes, 1¾" across, strong reddish-orange with moderate red spotting on 3 lobes. Inflorescence 2 flowered. |
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Bloom Time: |
Late Midseason to Late |
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Height (ft.) in 10 Yrs: |
1 |
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Cold Hardiness Temperature: |
-5°F (-21°C) |
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Foliage Description / Plant Habit: |
Leaves broadly elliptic, apiculate apex, tapered cuneate base, 1" long, glossy, very hairy, moderate yellowish-green. Rounded habit. |
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Deciduous or Evergreen: |
Evergreen |
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Hybridizer: |
Rokujo |
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Registration Reference: |
ARS 773 |
Note: Bloom time and 10 year
height information are approximate and can vary dependent on local climate and
soil conditions.
Hardiness temperature is also an approximate guideline.
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American Rhododendron Society |
