2005 Rhododendron of the Year Awards |
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Vireya Rhododendron: 'Avalon' Flower light yellow throughout with slight paling towards lobe edges, tubular-funnel shaped, wavy edged, 2-3/4" across, slightly fragrant. Held in dome-shaped trusses of 9-12 flowers. Blooms over early fall through spring. Leaves elliptic, convex, broadly acute apex, rounded base, 4-1/2" long", dull, dark green with scaly indumentum, leaves retained 4 years. Spreading habit. Vigorous growing plant is full and bushy. Height: 2 ft. in 10 years. Hardy to 32°F (0°C). Hybridized by Moynier. |
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Photo by William Moynier |
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Prior Year ROY Selections |
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American Rhododendron Society |