Rhododendron brachycarpum x auriculatum - Rhododendron
Rhododendron brachycarpum x auriculatum

An exceptional first-rate hybrid, extremely rare, recommended for collectors. It has a dense habit and is characterized by vigorous growth. It reaches approximately 1.5 to 2 meters in height after 10 years of cultivation. This hybrid includes one of the most cold-resistant species, Rhododendron brachycarpum (cold hardiness up to -35°C). The leaves of this hybrid are dark green, glossy, very long, and sharply pointed. Young shoots are light green or brownish. The flowers are very large and light pink. Frost resistance is not yet known. Breeder: Bengt Karlsson