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More Information: Rhododendron 'Norrie King'


R. 'Norrie King' 
  Photo: Emily Weissman

Predominant Flower Color:  Pink

Flower/Truss Description:  Flower funnel-shaped, about 3" across, deep purplish pink, with maroon flare and spotting on upper lobe. Truss has 12-15 flowers.

Fragrant:  No

Bloom Time:  Early Midseason

Foliage Description / Plant Habit:  Leaves ovate-elliptic, 5½" long, light green. Dense, spreading plant habit.

Height:  6 feet in 10 years.

Cold Hardiness Temp:  0°F  ( -18°C)

Parentage  (Seed Parent x Pollen Parent): 
     Mrs G. W. Leak x decorum, pink form

Elepidote (E) or Lepidote (L):  E

Hybridized or Selected by:  King

Registration Reference:  RHS 84

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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