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More Information: Rhododendron semibarbatum


R. 'semibarbatum' 
  Photo by: Sally and John Perkins

Predominant Flower Color:  White

Flower/Truss Description:  Rotate funnel-shaped, about ¾" across, white spotted red, hanging below the expanded leaves. Lateral buds hold one flower.

Fragrant:  No

Bloom Time:  Late

Foliage Description:  Leaves elliptic to ovate, up to 2" long, margins small sharp teeth, deciduous.

Plant Habit:  Erect, bushy shrub

Height:  4 feet in 10 years.

Cold Hardiness Temp:  -5°F  ( -21°C)

Elepidote (E) or Lepidote (L):  E

Sub Genus:  Mumeazalea

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Geographical Origin:  Japan (Honshu, Shikoku, Kyushu)

Glossary of plant description terminology.
Note: Bloom time and 10 year height information are approximate and can vary dependent on weather and growing conditions.
Cold hardiness temperature is also an approximate value.


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