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Description of Rhododendron 'Mandarin Lights' |
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Seed Parent x Pollen Parent: |
calendulaceum x Orangeade |
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Predominate Flower Color: |
Orange |
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Flower / Truss Description: |
Flower narrow tubular funnel-shaped, wavy edges, fragrant, about 2¼" across, strong reddish orange with darker veining and strong orange blotch on upper lobe. Ball-shaped truss has 7-10 flowers. |
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Bloom Time: |
Late Midseason to Late |
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Height (ft.) in 10 Yrs: |
6 |
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Cold Hardiness Temperature: |
-35°F (-37°C) |
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Foliage Description / Plant Habit: |
Leaves elliptic, acute apex, cuneate base, flat, 4" long, moderate olive green. Upright, rounded, open growth habit. |
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Deciduous or Evergreen: |
Deciduous |
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Hybridizer: |
U Minnesota |
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Registration Reference: |
ARS 951 |
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 |
