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More Information: Rhododendron 'Betty Hume'


R. 'Betty Hume' 
  Photo: Robert Hickey

Predominant Flower Color:  Pink

Flower/Truss Description:  Flower funnel-shaped, frilly, 4" across, fragrant, pink.

Fragrant:  Yes

Bloom Time:  Late Midseason

Foliage Description / Plant Habit:  Leaves 7" long, dark green. Plant wider than tall. Compact, spreading habit.

Height:  5 feet in 10 years.

Cold Hardiness Temp:  -5°F  ( -21°C)

Parentage  (Seed Parent x Pollen Parent):  unknown x unknown

Elepidote (E) or Lepidote (L):  E

Hybridized or Selected by:  Dexter

Registration Reference:  ARS 622

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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