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More Information: Rhododendron 'Crimson Constellation'


R. 'Crimson Constellation' 
  Photo: Sally and John Perkins

Predominant Flower Color:  Red

Flower/Truss Description:  Flower openly funnel-shaped, frilled, 2½" across, dark red edges shading to white star-shaped centers, reverse is deep red. Dome-shaped truss holds 12-14.

Fragrant:  No

Bloom Time:  Late Midseason

Foliage Description / Plant Habit:  Leaves elliptic, convex, obtuse apex, rounded base, 3¾" long, glossy and olive green, retained 3 years. Upright growth habit.

Height:  2 feet in 10 years.

Cold Hardiness Temp:  -10°F  ( -23°C)

Parentage  (Seed Parent x Pollen Parent):  Aviva Ann x Small Wonder

Elepidote (E) or Lepidote (L):  E

Hybridized or Selected by:  Brooks

Registration Reference:  ARS 944

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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