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More Information: Rhododendron 'Autumn Violet'


R. 'Autumn Violet' 
  Photo: Courtesy of Dawes Arboretum

Predominant Flower Color:  Purple

Flower/Truss Description:  Flower saucer-shaped, frilly edges, 1⅓" across, vivid violet, unmarked. Truss hold 1-3 flowers.

Fragrant:  No

Bloom Time:  Early

Foliage Description / Plant Habit:  Leaves oblong, down curved edges, ½" to 1" long, semi-glossy, yellowish-green, retained 1½ years. Dense habit.

Height:  1 foot in 10 years.

Cold Hardiness Temp:  -20°F  ( -29°C)

Parentage  (Seed Parent x Pollen Parent):  impeditum x dauricum hybrid

Elepidote (E) or Lepidote (L):  L

Hybridized or Selected by:  Mehlquist

Registration Reference:  ARS 011

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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