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More Information: Rhododendron 'Mary Guthlein'


R. 'Mary Guthlein' 
  Photo: Henk Borsje

Predominant Flower Color:  Yellow

Flower/Truss Description:  Flower broadly funnel-shaped, wavy edges, 3" across, lightly scented, pale orange-yellow, unmarked. Flat shaped truss with 7-9 flowers.

Fragrant:  Yes slightly

Bloom Time:  Midseason

Foliage Description / Plant Habit:  Leaves elliptic to oblong, broadly acute apex, rounded base, 4" long, dull, moderate yellowish-green, retained 2 years. Shrub has upright freely branching, vigorous habit.

Height:  3 feet in 10 years.

Cold Hardiness Temp:  0°F  ( -18°C)

Parentage  (Seed Parent x Pollen Parent): 
     (Scintillation x Inamorata) x [fortunei x (wardii x dichroanthum)]

Elepidote (E) or Lepidote (L):  E

Hybridized or Selected by:  Murcott

Registration Reference:  ARS 974

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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