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More Information: Rhododendron 'Snowbird'


R. 'Snowbird' 
  Photo: Donald Hyatt

Predominant Flower Color:  White

Flower/Truss Description:  Flower tubular funnel-shaped, white with slight pink flush.

Fragrant:  Yes

Bloom Time:  Early Midseason

Foliage Description / Plant Habit:  Leaves blue-green, orange with red and yellow tones in fall. Resistant to powdery mildew. Compact, rounded growth habit.

Deciduous or Evergreen:  Deciduous

Height:  4 feet in 10 years.

Cold Hardiness Temp:  -15°F  ( -26°C)

Parentage  (Seed Parent x Pollen Parent): 
   atlanticum x canescens

Hybridized or Selected by:  Biltmore Gardens

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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