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More Information: Rhododendron 'Broughtonii Aureum'


R. 'Broughtonii Aureum' 
  Photo: Hank Helm

Predominant Flower Color:  Yellow

Flower/Truss Description:  An azaleodendron. Flower broadly funnel-shaped, 2½" across, fragrant, deep creamy yellow with light brown dorsal spotting. Compact truss holds 8-16 flowers.

Fragrant:  Yes

Bloom Time:  Late Midseason

Foliage Description / Plant Habit:  Leaves oblong to obovate, 2" to 4¾" long, dark green, semi-deciduous. Prefers afternoon sun protection.

Height:  6 feet in 10 years.

Cold Hardiness Temp:  -5°F  ( -21°C)

Parentage  (Seed Parent x Pollen Parent): 
     (maximum x ponticum) x molle

Elepidote (E) or Lepidote (L):  

Hybridized or Selected by:  Smith, W.

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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