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Description of Rhododendron 'Capistrano' |
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Seed Parent x Pollen Parent: |
Hindustan x {[catawbiense, white x (fortunei ssp. discolor x Fabia Group)] x (Russell Harmon x Goldsworth Orange)} x Golden Gala |
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Predominate Flower Color: |
Yellow |
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Flower / Truss Description: |
Flower funnel-campanulate, frilly edges, 2" across, pale greenish-yellow with no markings. Dome-shaped trusses of 15 flowers. |
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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: |
-15°F (-26°C) |
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Foliage Description / Plant Habit: |
Leaves elliptic, broadly acute apex, rounded base, 4½" long, dull, deep green, retained 2-3 years. Dense, mounding habit. Performs best with afternoon shade. |
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Elepidote (E) or Lepidote (L): |
E |
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Hybridizer: |
Leach |
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Registration Reference: |
ARS 972 |
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 |
