Taxon

Rhododendron degronianum subsp. heptamerum var. heptamerum

 
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Rhododendron degronianum subsp. heptamerum var. heptamerum - Metternich rhododendron
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Common name: Metternich rhododendron
Family: Ericaceae (heath family)
Synonym: Rhododendron hymenanthes, Rhododendron japonicum, Rhododendron metternichii, Rhododendron metternichii var. heptamerum
Distribution: Japan
Hardiness: USDA Zone 5
Life form: Evergreen shrub
Comments: A somewhat compact, rounded species growing 3-6' high and wide. Flowers in mid-May, variable in color depending on the seed source, from pink, rose, reddish or rarely white. Attractive foliage has undersides with a felt-like covering called indumentum. Plant in well-drained soil, rich in organic matter. Protect from strong winter winds and winter sun.
Links: Germplasm Resources Information Network (GRIN Taxonomy)

Locations

  • 1: PKW: AR08 (AR08) • Accession: D1996-0211.002 • Provenance: Cultivated of Garden Origin
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