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Description of Rhododendron 'Forsterianum' |
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Seed Parent x Pollen Parent: |
veitchianum x edgeworthii |
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Predominate Flower Color: |
White |
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Flower / Truss Description: |
Flower funnel-shaped, about 4" across, heavily fragrant, white with a yellow flare, anthers brown. Held in lax trusses of 3-4 flowers. |
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Fragrant: |
Yes |
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Bloom Time: |
Midseason |
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Height (ft.) in 10 Yrs: |
5 |
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Cold Hardiness Temperature: |
20°F (-7°C) |
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Foliage Description / Plant Habit: |
Leaves lanceolate, 2⅜" to 2¾" long, glossy, dark green, densely hairy below. Best in semi-shade. Upright habit. Prune to keep from being too straggly. |
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Elepidote (E) or Lepidote (L): |
L |
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Hybridizer: |
Forster |
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Registration Reference: |
RHS 58 |
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 |
