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More Information: Rhododendron 'Cynthia'


R. 'Cynthia' 
  Photo: Kenneth Cox

Predominant Flower Color:  Pink

Flower/Truss Description:  Flower funnel-shaped, 3⅛" across, rose-pink with deeper red staining on the upper lobe. Held in conical trusses of about 24 flowers.

Fragrant:  No

Bloom Time:  Midseason

Foliage Description / Plant Habit:  Leaves oblong, about 6" long, medium green, hang down in winter months. Dome-shaped habit. Sun and heat tolerant.

Height:  6 feet in 10 years.

Cold Hardiness Temp:  -15°F  ( -26°C)

Parentage  (Seed Parent x Pollen Parent): 
     catawbiense hybrid

Elepidote (E) or Lepidote (L):  E

Hybridized or Selected by:  Standish & Noble

Registration Reference:  RHS 58

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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