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More Information: Rhododendron 'Abigail Adams'


R. 'Abigail Adams' 
  Photo: Tijs Huisman

Predominant Flower Color:  Pink

Flower/Truss Description:  Flower broadly funnel-shaped, wavy edges, about 3" across, deep purplish pink. Inflorescence holds 3 flowers.

Fragrant:  No

Bloom Time:  Midseason

Foliage Description / Plant Habit:  Leaves elliptic, obtuse apex, cuneate base, 2" long, glossy, mid green. Plant has a wide spreading, mounding habit.

Deciduous or Evergreen:  Evergreen

Height:  4 feet in 10 years.

Cold Hardiness Temp:  -15°F  ( -26°C)

Parentage  (Seed Parent x Pollen Parent): 
   Royal Pillow, open-pollinated

Hybridized or Selected by:  Mezitt

Registration Reference:  ARS 992

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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