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More Information: Rhododendron 'Ruth May'


R. 'Ruth May' 
  Photo: Joe Coleman

Predominant Flower Color:  Pink, White

Flower/Truss Description:  Flower campanulate, up to 2½" across, peach pink suffused white.

Fragrant:  No

Bloom Time:  Early Midseason

Foliage Description / Plant Habit:  Leaves elliptic, about 1½" long, dark green. Upright habit.

Deciduous or Evergreen:  Evergreen

Height:  4 feet in 10 years.

Cold Hardiness Temp:  -5°F  ( -21°C)

Parentage  (Seed Parent x Pollen Parent): 
   probably Azumakagami x Sekidera

Hybridized or Selected by:  Oliver and Simson Nurseries

Registration Reference:  ARS 641

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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