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Description of Rhododendron 'Tortoiseshell Wonder' |
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Seed Parent x Pollen Parent: |
Goldsworth Orange x griersonianum |
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Predominate Flower Color: |
Pink |
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Flower / Truss Description: |
Flower funnel-shaped, 3½" across, salmon-pink flushed with orange Held in loose trusses. Most popular Tortoiseshell clone. |
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Fragrant: |
No |
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Bloom Time: |
Late Midseason |
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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 oblanceolate, 5½" long, dull, dark green. Open, upright habit. Plant grows broader than tall. Prefers afternoon sun protection. |
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Elepidote (E) or Lepidote (L): |
E |
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Hybridizer: |
Slocock |
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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 |
