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Description of Rhododendron 'Millennium' |
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Seed Parent x Pollen Parent: |
Weston's Sparkler x Westons Parade |
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Predominate Flower Color: |
Red |
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Flower / Truss Description: |
Flower tubular funnel-shaped, broadly spread lobes, wavy edges, fragrant, 1¾" across, inside strong red with pale orange dorsal flare, outside vivid red. Dome-shaped truss holds 6 flowers. |
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Bloom Time: |
Very Late |
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Height (ft.) in 10 Yrs: |
4 |
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Cold Hardiness Temperature: |
-5°F (-21°C) |
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Foliage Description / Plant Habit: |
Leaves obovate, broadly acute apex, cuneate base, up-curved margins, 2" long, semi-glossy, dark bluish green. Mildew resistant. |
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Deciduous or Evergreen: |
Deciduous |
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Hybridizer: |
Mezitt |
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Registration Reference: |
ARS 992 |
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 |
