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Description of Rhododendron 'Commonwealth' |
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Seed Parent x Pollen Parent: |
Henry's Red, open pollinated |
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Predominate Flower Color: |
Red |
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Flower / Truss Description: |
Flower broadly funnel-shaped, wavy edges, 3" across, deep red. Held in dome-shaped trusses of 18 flowers. |
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Fragrant: |
No |
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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 (-29°C) |
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Foliage Description / Plant Habit: |
Leaves elliptic, acute apex, cuneate base, 5" long, wavy and recurved edges, glossy, held 2-3 years. Open growth habit. |
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Elepidote (E) or Lepidote (L): |
E |
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Hybridizer: |
Mezitt |
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Registration Reference: |
ARS 991 |
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 |
