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Description of Rhododendron 'Mrs Charles E. Pearson' |
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Seed Parent x Pollen Parent: |
Coombe Royal x Catawbiense Grandiflorum |
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Predominate Flower Color: |
Lavender |
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Flower / Truss Description: |
Flower widely funnel-shaped, 2⅜" to 2¾" across, pale pinkish-mauve, fading to nearly white at base, heavy chestnut-brown spotting. Conical-shaped truss has about 12 flowers. |
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Fragrant: |
No |
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Bloom Time: |
Midseason |
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Height (ft.) in 10 Yrs: |
6 |
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Cold Hardiness Temperature: |
-5°F (-21°C) |
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Foliage Description / Plant Habit: |
Leaves elliptic-obovate, up to 6" long, matt, deep green. Upright habit. Vigorous grower. Prefers afternoon sun protection. |
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Elepidote (E) or Lepidote (L): |
E |
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Hybridizer: |
Koster & Sons |
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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 |
