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More Information: Rhododendron 'Sandwich Appleblossom'


R. 'Sandwich Appleblossom' 
  Photo: Henk Borsje

Predominant Flower Color:  Pink

Flower/Truss Description:  Flower openly funnel-shaped, frilly edges, 3" across, slightly fragrant, deep purplish pink at margins fading to pale purple at midlines and throat, greenish-yellow spots. Ball-shaped truss holds 14 flowers.

Fragrant:  Yes slightly

Bloom Time:  Late Midseason

Foliage Description / Plant Habit:  Leaves elliptic, flat or concave, 6" long, dull, olive green, retained 2 years. Upright, dense habit.

Height:  5 feet in 10 years.

Cold Hardiness Temp:  -10°F  ( -23°C)

Parentage  (Seed Parent x Pollen Parent):  unknown x unknown

Elepidote (E) or Lepidote (L):  E

Hybridized or Selected by:  Dexter

Registration Reference:  ARS 892

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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