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More Information: Rhododendron ludwigianum


R. 'ludwigianum' 
  Photo by: Hank Helm

Predominant Flower Color:  White

Flower/Truss Description:  Flower funnel-shaped, up to 4¾" across, white or rose, with or without a yellow blotch. Truss has 2-4 flowers.

Fragrant:  No

Bloom Time:  Early Midseason to Midseason

Foliage Description:  Leaves obovate, hairy margins, leathery texture, 5" long.

Plant Habit:  Straggly plant habit. Peeling purplish-pink bark.

Height:  5 feet in 10 years.

Cold Hardiness Temp:  20°F  ( -7°C)

Elepidote (E) or Lepidote (L):  L

Sub Genus:  Rhododendron

Section:  Rhododendron

Sub Section:  Maddenia

Geographical Origin:  Thailand

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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