Parentage          Flowering Season

This price list covers all plants EXCEPT those                                   Based on flowering time in Oregon
marked otherwise in the catalog text. Prices subject                               VE — January through to March 15th.
to change without notice. 3-6" (7-15 cm) — $11.95                              E — March 15th to April 15th.
6-10" (15-25 cm) — $21.95                                              EM — April 15th to May 1st.
10-15" (25-38 cm) — $34.95                                             M — May 1st to May 15th.
15-21" (38-53 cm) — $47.95                                            ML — May 15th to June 1st
21-30" (53-76 cm) — $59.95                                              L — June 1st to June 15th.
30-36" (76-91 cm) — $89.95                                              VL — June 15th thru August.
36-48" (91-121 cm) — $119.95
48-60" (121-152 cm) — $189.95
48-60" (121-152 cm) — $169.95

The sets of numbers after each description indicate the sizes available for sale. For example: 3-6" would read 3" to 6" size. If it states 3-6", 10-15", thru 15-21" it means that the 3-6" size, plus the 10-15" size thru the 15-21" size are available at the time the catalog is prepared. We do not list varieties or sizes that we do not have available at the time of inventory; however due to weather and sales, availability can change rapidly. Size is generally measured across the width of the plant. on some upright growing varieties height is also taken into consideration.

10605 Rhododendron ‘Abe Arnott’ — (‘Marchioness of Landsdowne’ x ‘Lee’s Dark Purple’) 5', -5°F, M-ML, 3-4/3-4. Upright and moderately open, the orchid purple flowers have a dark purple, heavy blotch on the upper lobe. Large ball shaped trusses. A stunning plant. 6-10'', 10-15''

11111 Rhododendron ‘Abendsonne’ — (‘John Walter’ x dichroanthum ssp. syphocalyx) 4', 5°F, EM, 4/3. Bell-shaped orange-red flowers blending to a touch of apricot in the throat. The plant habit is compact and rounded, and has dark green leaves. Nice all around. 10-15''

11112 Rhododendron ‘Aesthetica’ — (smirnowii x bureavii) 5', -10°F, EM, 3/4-5. PROVISIONAL This is a Ben Lancaster cross well worth having. 3'' flowers with wavy edges that are pink in bud, opening to a light blue pink and aging to white are held in ball trusses of 10 to 15. With these parents, the plant will indeed be fine. 10-15''

Rhododendron ‘Aglo’ — SEE ‘WESTONS AGLO.

10010 Rhododendron ‘Aladdin’ — (griersonianum x auriculatum) 6', 0°F, L, 3/3. In the spring, when everything else is nearly finished, you will be blessed with the trumpet shaped flowers that are a super shade of pastel pink with a deep pink throat. Narrow, sharply pointed leaves are covered with dense short hairs. 21-30''

10973 Rhododendron ‘Album Elegans’ — (catawbiense hybrid) 6', -20°F, L, 2/2-3. The habit on this plant is rather open with good foliage and a strong growth character. Lovely, mauve tinged white flowers have greenish yellow throats, spotted dark on upper petal and set in rounded trusses. Definitely an elegant plant. 15-21'', 21-30''

NEW 10921 Rhododendron ‘Alena’ — (‘Cunningham’s White’ x decorum) 5', 10°F, EM, 4/4. Introduced from the Czech Republic, this sun tolerant plant has fragrant white flowers with yellow spotting in the throat. There will be a slight blush on new flowers. Dark glossy leaves cover the broad, mounding plant. 10-15''

10012 Rhododendron ‘Alison Johnstone’ — (yunnanense x concatenans) 5', 5°F, EM, 4/4. This plant has a narrow upright growth habit and foliage similar to concatenans in shape and size. The leaves are similar in color well, a lovely blue at various times of the year. Flowers are golden amber, blushed pink with no marks or spots. 21-30''

NEW 10336 Rhododendron ‘Aloha’ — (‘Vulcan’ x degronianum ssp. yakushimanum Exbury form) 3', -15°F, M, 3-4/4-5. This plant is another fine yakushimanum hybrid. Rounded, dense and branched well, this plant has vivid red buds that open to deep pink flowers with a slight red spotting in the throat. The blooms fade to a pale purplish pink giving a two-toned appearance. It is a compact growing plant with delightful rounded foliage and one that you will enjoy all year! 10-15'', 21-30''

NEW 11229 Rhododendron ‘Amber Lantern’ — (keiskei hybrid) 2', -5°F, E, 4/3-4. This low growing, little leaved, variety is great for foundation plantings. The buds break plum colored and open to pale yellow, wavy edged flowers with light green spotting in the throat. Foliage is hairless and olive green like its parent. Let this one light up your yard from now on. 10-15''

11183 Rhododendron ‘Amber Touch’ — (‘Brinny’ x Whitney late, frilled, yellow hybrid) 3', 10°F, M-ML, -/-. Wavy edged seven lobed flowers form a domed truss on this Rhody. Flowers are light yellow with a hint of pink on the edges and red nectaries. Medium green, hairless leaves are slightly pointed at the tips and contrast with their yellow-green stems. 10-15'', 15-21''

NEW 10002 Rhododendron ‘America’ — (‘Parson’s Grandiflorum’ x dark red hybrid of unknown parentage) 5', -20°F, ML, 3/2-3. The hardiness of this hybrid makes it very popular in areas with adverse weather conditions. Plant habit is low growing and rather straggly, but will be improved if placed in more sun. Medium sized foliage to 4" long, is matte green and heavily veined. Small flowers, bright blue-toned red, appear in tightly compact ball-shaped trusses. 15-21''

10080 Rhododendron ‘Anah Kruschke’ — (ponticum seedling) 6', -15°F, ML-L, 3-4/3. A good looking rhododendron that grows well in sunny, hot locations. Its reddish-purple flowers are held in medium sized, tight trusses. Dense and lush foliage with dark green leaves. 6-10'', 10-15''

NEW 11281 Rhododendron ‘Angel Glow’ — (maximum, white form x degronianum ssp yakushimanum Koichiro Wada) 5', -15°F, ML, 4/4. If you like well formed, compact plants that cover themselves with "glowing" white full trusses in late May, this is indeed the plant for you. Do we need to say that this is a good looking plant all year? 10-15''

10716 Rhododendron ‘Anita Dunstan’ — (‘Crest’ x ‘Hotei’) 4', 0°F, M, 4/3-4. Brilliant yellow, funnel shaped flowers are tipped in orange. It has stiff, upright branches with a mounding habit that is as broad as it is tall. 10-15''

NEW 13045 Rhododendron ‘Anita Gehnrich’ — (Jean Marie de Montague’ x yakushamanum) 3', 0°F, M, 4/4. The flowers are strong red in bud, opening deep pink on wavy edged blooms with fuschia red spotting, and then fading to purple pink. The dark green leaves have a felted indumentum. 10-15''

10110 Rhododendron ‘Anna’ — (‘Norman Gill’ x ‘Jean Marie de Montague’) 6', 0°F, M, 5/3. A hybrid of Lem’s which he included in his later hybridizing. Huge flowers on equally huge trusses open deep pink, then gradually lighten to a pastel pink. A deep, rich, red eye colors the center of each flower. The large leaved new growth is bronze which slowly changes to deep green. 15-21'', 30-36''

10285 Rhododendron ‘Anna H. Hall’ — (‘Catalga’ x degronianum ssp. yakushimanum) 3', -25°F, M, 3/3. This is a hardy little semidwarf with medium sized leaves which resemble its parent yakushimanum. It’s a fine plant with dense foliage which is bound to be beautiful year round in your yard. The flowers are intense pink in the bud, opening to snowy white, in trusses to 15 flowers. What a magnificent "ball of snow" this plant will make as it flowers in your yard. And, if you need hardiness, it’s rock hardy and will grow in climates where most other rhododendrons won’t. 10-15''

10923 Rhododendron ‘Anna’ x ‘Kilamanjaro’ — 5', 0°F, ML, -/-. Here is an exceptional new red hybrid, from two great parents. It was produced by the great hybridizer Dr. Brockenbrough in Bellevue, Washington. It produces large trusses of bright red flowers that are showy and delightful. Desirable green leaves are enjoyable. 30-36''

10333 Rhododendron ‘Anna’ x Yak #2 — 3', -5°F, M, -/-. This hybrid from the late James Elliott in Astoria, Oregon has beautiful ruffled trusses opening light pink and gradually changing to pristine white. Of course as a yakushimanum hybrid, it is a good looking, exceptional plant all year long. We are sure you will want to add this plant to your garden. 21-30'', 30-36'', 36-48''

10120 Rhododendron ‘Anna Rose Whitney’ — (griersonianum x ‘Countess of Derby’) 6', -5°F, ML, 4/3. Here is a plant which typifies all that is good about rhododendrons. This plant grows quickly to form a very large, densely foliaged, well shaped rhododendron. Deep rose-pink flowers are held in large, open trusses. 6-10'', 10-15'', 21-30''

10883 Rhododendron ‘Anne’s Delight’ — (unknown) 3', 0°F, EM, 4/3-4. Wavy, glossy dark green leaves are just an extra for this beautiful plant. The Whitney collection of rhododendrons boasts superb yellows and golds and this lovely plant is right at the top of the list with its yellow flowers with red spotting in the throat. 10-15'',

10670 Rhododendron ‘Anniversary Gold’ — (‘King of Shrubs Crest’ x ‘Golden Star’) 4', 0°F, M, 4/4/4. Bold golden-yellow blooms and compact nature. Leaves are a deep green on this hybrid that was developed by C. Smith in honor of the 50th Anniversary of the American Rhododendron Society. 10-15''

10805 Rhododendron ‘Apricot Fantasy’ — (‘Hotei’ x ‘Tropicana’) 4', -5°F, M, 5/5. This is one of the few plants to ever be rated 5/5 by the Northwest Hybridizer’s Group. ‘Apricot Fantasy’ has flowers that are light orange and meld with golden yellow, that will truly grab your attention. Superb foliage on an upright plant. This will surely be one that future rhododendrons will be measured against. 10-15'', 15-21'', 21-30''

NEW 10473 Rhododendron ‘Apricot Nectar’ — ([(dichroanthum x neriiflorum) x ‘Fabia’] x ‘Jalisco’) 3', -5°F, ML, 4/4. A nice compact plant with lovely flowers of orange, surrounded by scarlet edges. We’re excited about this one. 15-21'', 21-30''

10980 Rhododendron ‘April Glow’ — (williamsianum x ‘Wilgens Ruby’) 3', -10°F, E-EM, 4/4. This prize winning hybrid originated in Holland. ‘April Glow’ forms an evenly shaped mound reaching 4' to 5' in time. Fairly early in the spring it covers itself with beautiful rosy pink trusses containing 7 to 10 blossoms. Then as a bonus, copper red new growth appears which gradually melts into shades of luscious green. You can tell why it received both an Award of Merit and a Gold Medal. Also sold as ‘April Showers’, but there is an azalea registered by that name, so the name was changed to ‘April Glow’. 10-15''

10366 Rhododendron ‘Arctic Tern’ — (trichostomum x ledum species) 2', 0°F, M, 3/3. Imagine a rhododendron with a very tight ball truss of up to 20 frilled white flowers in perfect miniature. A great little plant that should have its `tern’ in your garden. 10-15''

10462 Rhododendron ‘Arnold Piper’ — (‘Anna’ x ‘Marinus Koster’) 6', -5°F, M, 4/4. The red buds of this plant open to expose deep pink flowers with a darker blotch. It’s shiny green mature leave develops from bronzy new growth. Another of the ‘Walloper’ crosses known for their size and beauty. 6-10'', 10-15'', 21-30''

10166 Rhododendron ‘August Lamken’ — (‘Dr. V. H. Rutgers’ x williamsianum) 3', -5°F, M, 3/4. Flowers are ruffled dark rose, accented by red freckles in the throat. The truss is low and broad, to 7'' across with 9-11 flowers. The plant has a broad habit and is densely clothed. The foliage is deep olive green after the new leaves put on a spring show of red tones. 10-15'', 21-30'', 30-36''

10170 Rhododendron ‘Aunt Martha’ — (ponticum hybrid) 5', -10°F, M-ML, 4/3-4. Hardy, vigorous, densely foliated and heavy blooming, anyone would welcome such a hybrid into their garden. Plenty of leathery leaves enable the plant to grow well in full sun and moderate heat. Bright red-purple flowers are speckled with gold in the center. 10-15'', 15-21'', 21-30''

10200 Rhododendron ‘Avalanche’ — (‘Loderi’ g. x calophytum) 6', 0°F, VE, 5/4. An exceptionally fine hybrid originating from Rothschild in England. Exquisite, large white flowers have a small, royal magenta blotch. Long formal leaves are beautiful, lasting one season. This plant is a good strong grower that you will enjoy. 10-15'', 15-21''

10604 Rhododendron ‘Award’ — (‘Anna’ x ‘Margaret Dunn’) 5', 0°F, ML, 4/2-3. A unique tricolor of primarily white, pink and yellow with a touch of green. A most unusual flower which has heavy substance and is unlike other rhododendrons. The leaves are long and narrow, medium matte green and somewhat cup shaped. Everyone who has seen this in flower raves over its beauty, you will too! 10-15''

10264 Rhododendron ‘Azurro’ — (‘Danamar’ x ‘Purple Splendour’) 4', -15°F, L, 3-4/3-4. The flowers of this beautiful plant are a rich purple with a very noticeable blotch of dark red in the center. It has great deep green foliage and a more compact habit than its parent, ‘Purple Splendor’. 6-10'', 10-15''

10250 Rhododendron ‘Baden Baden’ — (‘Essex Scarlet’ x forrestii ssp. forrestii Repens Group) 2', -15°F, M, 3-4/4. Some of the best small growing reds have come from Germany, and ‘Baden Baden’ is an exceptional selection. This low growing plant is laden with bright forest green foliage. The flowers are a clear, glowing red with darker centers. 6-10'', 10-15''

10475 Rhododendron ‘Balalaika’ — (‘Omega’ x dichroanthum ssp. scyphocalyx hybrid) 3', -15°F, M, 4/4. Here is a great hybrid from Hachmann in Germany. It is the hardiest of the oranges yet available. We like its bright flower, which opens from bright orange buds to become a showy tricolor. The throat of each flower is yellow, with a base of pink, and salmon spotted edges on each. This is a superb flower on a compact, low growing plant with good foliage. 6-10'', 10-15''

NEW 10311 Rhododendron ‘Balta’ — (minus var. minus Carolinianum Group x ‘PJM.’) 3', -25°F, E, 4/4. Another of the super hardy group of ‘PJM’ hybrids, this is a very nice white with yellow markings on the inner petals. The major difference is that this blooms slightly later, thereby extending the season for those that love ‘PJM’. Foliage is an attractive dark green and convex. 10-15''

10494 Rhododendron ‘Bambi’ x proteoides — 18'’, 5°F, EM-M, 3/4. This cross is sooo nice! It has a mound forming growth habit with superior foliage, dark green and small with indumentum. Flowers are cream to white with a pink flush near the edges. A sweet plant, great for any garden. 6-10'', 10-15'', 15-21''

10003 Rhododendron ‘Bananaflip’ — (fauriei var. rufescens x ‘Goldsworth Orange’) 3', 0°F, M, -/-. Deep green, glossy leaves are a nice backdrop for the lax trusses of golden-yellow, bell shaped flowers touched with pink striping. Well shaped and compact. 10-15'', 21-30'', 30-36''

NEW 10730 Rhododendron ‘Barmstedt’ — (‘Sammetglut’ x degronianum ssp. yakushimanum ‘Koichiro Wada’) 3’, -15°F, M, -/-. A nice Hachmann rhododendron with flowers of shiny red fading to rose with a bit of darker red inside that fades to a lighter pink. White indumentum covers the leaves like regal attire, making the new growth shine like silver. As the season progresses, foliage changes to a deep, luscious green. This blooms later than most other yak hybrids so it will start when many other yaks are already finished flowering.  6-10'', 10-15''

10303 Rhododendron ‘Barry Rodgers’ — (degronianum ssp. yakushimanum x ‘Pink Petticoats’) 3', 0°F, M, -/-. Large trusses of 24 pale pink, frilled blooms with darker edges appear on this wide, low growing plant. The attractive foliage is replaced every year. 21-30''

10270 Rhododendron ‘Barto Alpine’ — (Subsection Lapponica hybrid) 3', -10°F, EM, 3/4. A very hardy and rugged plant that dances in the sun. Orchid-rose flowers open all along the stems of the densely branched plant. Sunshine warming the bark and leaves brings out a sweet, spicy scent of freshly ground nutmeg. Its dense upright growth habit is a form well-suited for planting as a short hedge or screen reaching 5'. 6-10'', 21-30''

10799 Rhododendron ‘Bashful Betty’ — (‘Halcyone’ x ‘Carmen’) 3', 0°F, EM, 4/3. Glossy dark green foliage and wonderful, dark rosy red flowers occur in great profusion on a lovely, small plant. This luscious hybrid will not be "bashful" in your garden! 6-10''

10290 Rhododendron ‘Beauty of Littleworth’ — (griffithianum hybrid) 6', -5°F, M, 4/3. A large growing, vigorous, upright and spreading plant with large (5"), pure white flowers bearing reddish-purple marks on the upper petal. The huge trusses are gorgeous among the foliage. Leaves are smooth surfaced and slightly shiny, deep green on the upper surface and bronze colored beneath. This is a super rhododendron! 10-15'', 21-30''

10300 Rhododendron ‘Belle Heller’ — (‘Catawbiense Album’ x white catawbiense seedling) 5', -10°F, M, 4/3. Here is hardiness, sun tolerance, lush foliage, and a lovely flower all in one. The large flower is pure white with a striking gold blotch, set in large, ball shaped trusses. Give this one the right location, and you will be graced with a vigorous grower. 6-10'', 15-21'', 21-30''

10557 Rhododendron ‘Belva’s Joy’ — (‘Noyo Brave’ x ‘Elizabeth’) 3', 5°F, EM, 4/5. A tight, compact-growing plant with attractive foliage. True-red buds open to expose long lasting, bright red blooms. A real joy to behold. 6-10'', 15-21''

NEW 10296 Rhododendron ‘Ben Moseley’ — (A ssp. fortunei hybrid) 5', -15°F, EM, 3/3-4. Flowers are a light orchid-pink with deeper coloring along the edges and very deep prominent spotting on the upper lobes. The olive- green leaves are a delightful contrast to the large colorful flowers. Its R. fortunei parentage makes it vigorous and hardy. This is a worthwhile rhododendron you will enjoy! 10-15''

11077 Rhododendron ‘Berg’s Queen Bee’ — (degronianum ssp. yakushimanum x tsariense) 2', -10°F, M, 3/5. A wonderful plant for foliage, this plant will be a delight in your garden. The foliage is small and covered with deep brown indumentum on the underside of the leaf. When the new foliage comes out it is a beautiful white. Light pink to white flowers grace this superb plant from Warren Berg. This is a "must have" for the garden. 10-15''

NEW 10320 Rhododendron ‘Besse Howells’ — (red catawbiense hybrid x ‘Boule de Neige’) 3', -15°F, EM, 3-4/3-4. Ruffled, rosy-red flowers with a darker blotch are plentiful on this compact plant. Livingston & West’s ‘Hybrids and Hybridizers’ mentions Shammarello’s hybridizing efforts and how they were directed toward breeding compact, hardy rhododendrons, such as ‘Besse Howells’. 6-10'', 30-36''

10231 Rhododendron ‘Betty’s Bells’ — (campylogynum x racemosum) 4', -5°F, E-EM, 4/4. Vivid, shining pink flowers cover this easy to grow plant by the thousands. It buds along the stem, so it produces flowers everywhere, making the plant glow with color. Set this against the attractive, olive-green leaves with reddish stems, and you have a great- looking plant. It will eventually make a large, rounded mound of shining pink. Beautiful! 21-30''

10302 Rhododendron ‘Bikini Island’ — ([catawbiense x degronianum ssp. yakushimanum] x [‘Fanfare’ x ‘Gertrude Schale’]) 4', -25°F, M, 4-5/3-4. This outstanding rhododendron is the long awaited, hardy, red hybrid. The reliable plant has smooth, flat foliage and bright scarlet-red flowers. 10-15''

10419 Rhododendron ‘Black Eye’ — (‘Anah Kruschke’ x ‘Purple Splendour’) 5', -10°F, ML, 3-4/3-4. A sister seedling of ‘Red Eye’, this rugged plant stands sun well and blooms young. The deep red-purple flowers have a distinct "black eye" on the upper lobe. A great plant. 6-10'', 10-15''

10428 Rhododendron ‘Black Magic’ — (‘Jean Marie de Montague’ x ‘Leo’) 4', 5°F, ML, 4/4. Black-red flowers cover this plant in the late spring. They are exceptionally dark and show off their beauty best if planted in a location where the setting sun will shine through the flowers, causing them to glow magically. The medium foliage is matte forest green and covers the plant well. A beautiful rhododendron in an unusual color not seen in many other plants. 10-15''

10576 Rhododendron ‘Black Sport’ — (unknown) 5', -5°F, ML-L, 3/3. For those of you who like unusual colors, here is a plant for you. It’s a purple-red with a deep black-red blotch on the upper lobe. The foliage is deep green and is quite upright, often showing the underside of the leaves. Unusual and different. The parentage is unknown, but it most certainly contains some ponticum in its background. 6-10'', 10-15'', 15-21'', 21-30''

11244 Rhododendron ‘Black Widow’ — ([‘Frank Gaulsworthy’ x ‘Leo’]) x ‘Warlock’) 5', -5°F, ML, 5/4. Wait no longer! The color of this flower is reminiscent of some Asarum spp. maroon black. I love the contrast of the white anthers against these funnel-shaped, slightly wavy-edged flowers. The bright green foliage is ribbed and is shiny on top. Great colors on this plant; the anticipation is well worth it! This is a fabulous plant was hyridized by Roy Thompson of Thompson Nursery. A real breakthrough in color for rhododendrons. 6-10'' $45.95

10575 Rhododendron ‘Blaney’s Blue’ — (augustinii ‘Towercourt’ x ‘Blue Diamond’) 4-5', -5°F, EM, 4/4. Here is an improvement on the smaller type "blue" rhododendrons. It is a vigorous grower, producing masses of misty blue flowers which seem to float in a sea of green. When in full flower, the color is almost electric! It is a hybrid produced by Dr. L. T. Blaney of Oregon State University and introduced after extensive testing by Dr. Robert Ticknor of the North Willamette Experiment Station. The foliage is dense and attractive, forest green in summer and takes on a bronze tone in winter. 6-10'', 10-15''

10384 Rhododendron ‘Blewbury’ — (roxieanum x anhweiense ) 2', 0°F, M, 3/4. A delightful little hybrid from 0. Windsor. Flowers are pure white with red spotting on the upper throat. Leaves are similar in shape to roxieanum with slight pale brown indumentum covering them. 10-15''

V10388 Rhododendron ‘Blinklicht’ — (‘Nova Zembla’ x ‘Mars’) 5', -20°F, ML, -/-. Huge trusses of bright red, flowers have darker red markings. Foliage is elliptical with a slightly hairy exterior. 10-15'', 30-36''

11266 Rhododendron ‘Blue Angel’ — (Sappho seedling) 6', -15°F, M, 4/2. This angel comes from Gene Cockram of Florence, Oregon. It has lovely purple flowers with a contrasting yellow blotch. With strong green, sun tolerant, foliage the growth habit is much like its parent. 6-10''

10390 Rhododendron ‘Blue Bird’ — (intricatum x augustinii) 3', 0°F, EM, 4/4. The dense, small leaves of ‘Blue Bird’ create a finely textured plant in the garden. The plant will eventually grow to be about twice as wide as it is tall. Numerous, electric blue flowers cover this plant with bluebirds! 6-10'', 10-15''

10363 Rhododendron ‘Blue Boy’ — (‘Blue Ensign’ x ‘Purple Splendour’) 5', -10°F, ML-L, 4/3. This is an upright, open-growing, heavy blooming, well shaped plant. Leaves are rather long and narrow and dark green. Funnel form flowers of good substance, to 2½'' wide, are vibrant violet with wavy edges and an almost black blotch. They are held in a tight, rounded truss of up to 20 flowers. 10-15''

10400 Rhododendron ‘Blue Diamond’ — (‘Intrifast’ x augustinii) 3', -5°F, EM, 4/4. A favorite of many gardeners, ‘Blue Diamond’ has small flowers all along the vertical dense, finely branched stems. A sunny location is best for this well shaped plant often used as a border. 6-10'', 10-15''

10420 Rhododendron ‘Blue Jay’ — (selected ponticum seedling) 5', -10°F, ML-L, 3/4. A heat and sun tolerant rhododendron well worth choosing for its beauty alone! The profuse flowers are lavender-blue with pansy-violet edges and a distinctive dahlia-purple blotch. The plant is vigorous and covered with bright green foliage. 15-21''

10374 Rhododendron ‘Blue Lagoon’ — (‘Purple Splendour’ x ‘A. Bedford’) 5', -10°F, ML, 3/4. A hybrid with an interesting background. Years ago we made this cross and distributed a plant to Galen Baxter in Florence, Oregon. Unfortunately we lost our original plant. Galen always enjoyed the rhododendron and gave some cuttings to Willard Thompson who propagated it and now has made it available to us again! It is out of the same cross that resulted in ‘Plum Beautiful’. Mystical, smoky blue-purple flowers have a large and prominent deep purple eye. Showy! The recurved, deep forest green foliage adds an air of mystery to the ‘Blue Lagoon’. 10-15''

10440 Rhododendron ‘Blue Peter’ — (probably a ponticum hybrid) 4-5', -10°F, M, 4/2-3. You’ll find this rhododendron among old garden favorites. Its frilled flowers are light lavender-blue with a prominent purple flare. The lush leaves are glossy green. It’s vigorous, cold hardy, heat and sun resistant. Very popular in the Eastern United States. 15-21''

NEW 10794 Rhododendron ‘Blue Rhapsody’ — (‘A. Bedford’ x ‘Purple Splendor’) 5', -5°F, ML, 4-5/3. In large trusses, the exceptional purple flowers each have a blotch of dark purple on the upper petal and throat. Also has white stamens that contrast nicely with the purple flowers. The foliage is long, narrow and somewhat cup shaped. 21-30''

NEW 10450 Rhododendron ‘Blue Ridge’ — (‘Russautinii’ x augustinii) 4', -15°F, M, 4/3-4. Iridescent, faintly fragrant, blue flowers are borne freely on this well rounded plant. The foliage is also fragrant on this compact plant. 10-15''

10195 Rhododendron ‘Blue Thunder’ — (‘Blue Diamond’ x unknown) 2', -5°F, EM, -/-. New growth appears light green rimmed with red, in contrast to the winter color of reddish- brown. Wide, funnel shaped flowers are violet with a strong red-purple throat. 6-10'', 10-15''

10460 Rhododendron ‘Blue Tit’ — (impeditum x augustinii) 3', -5°F, EM, 3/4. Very compact habit, and mounding, dense grower, this plant sports bright yellowish new growth that gradually changes to a medium-green. The blooms are profuse, virtually covering the whole plant in gray-blue. 10-15''

NEW 13026 Rhododendron ‘Bluenose’ — (augustinii hybrid) 4', -10°F, EM-M, / . This is an extremely floriferous plant with beautiful, bright blue flowers. It is nice to have a short augustinii hybrid. 6-10''

10470 Rhododendron ‘Bluette’ — (augustinii x impeditum) 3', -5°F, ML, 3-4/4. A myriad of fine stems interweave, shaping a plant eventually reaching 4' tall and quite broad. The foliage is dense and glossy olive-green. Light blue flowers bloom profusely in trusses of 8. 6-10'', 21-30''

10237 Rhododendron ‘Blutopia’ — (‘Catawbiense Grandiflorum’ x ‘A. Bedford’) 5', -15°F, L, -/-. Trusses are composed of 12-15 wavy, vibrant purple blooms. Each flower has pronounced greenish-yellow spotting on the dorsal lobe. 6-10'', 10-15'', 15-21'', 21-30''

10456 Rhododendron ‘Bob’s Blue’ — (‘Ilam Violet’ x ‘Blue Diamond’) 3', 0°F, M, 4/4. Talk about electric blue! This is it! Introduced by Bob Rhodes from Vancouver, British Columbia, this is a good addition to the world of blue rhododendrons. It is a lepidote type rhododendron and has small, deep green leaves that turn bronze in the winter. Flowering extremely well, this one is a fantastic combination of flower and plant. 6-10'', 21-30''

NEW 11103 Rhododendron ‘Bodega Crystal Pink’ — (‘Cilpense’ x ‘Cornell Pink’) 5', -5°F, VE-E, 4/4. Beautiful clear pink flowers with deep purple pink spots are a strong purple red on the outside. Loose ball trusses grace this airy plant that would make a wonderful addition to the winter garden. It often blooms as early as January. 6-10''

10490 Rhododendron ‘Boule de Neige’ — (caucasicum x hardy catawbiense hybrid) 5', -25°F, M, 3/3. Bright green, leathery leaves on a medium sized, rounded rhododendron. It’s known for its heat and sun tolerance and is extremely cold hardy. Flowers are snow white in ball shaped trusses. 6-10'', 21-30'', 30-36''

NEW 10500 Rhododendron ‘Bow Bells’ — (‘Corona’ x williamsianum) 3', -5°F, EM, 3/4. In blossom, ‘Bow Bells’ is a perfect mound of luscious pink, as deep pink buds intermingle with the opened, light pink flowers and create a two toned effect. The flowers are followed by shiny, copper colored new leaves appearing at every stem tip, a display by itself. As the season progresses, the mound becomes a superb jade green with rose-red bud scales for another show of color. While growth at 10 years is 3', it will become a larger plant, so give it enough space. A site with filtered light is best for ‘Bow Bells’. Fertilize lightly, as an excess of fertilizer will cause foliage burn more easily than on most rhododendrons. 6-10'', 10-15''

13043 Rhododendron ‘Brasilia’ — (‘[‘Omege’ x wardii] x [wardii x ‘Alice Street’]) 3', -5°F, EM, / . Deep green foliage densely covers this rounded plant. The flowers have a tri-color appearance as they open creamy apricot, slightly blushed with red and have a golden-yellow throat to finish the effect. 10-15''

NEW 10006 Rhododendron ‘Bric-a-Brac’ — (leucaspis x moupinense) 30", 5°F, VE, 3/3. An old favorite from Exbury in England, this very early flowering plant has pure white flowers with chocolate anthers (tips of the stamens) contrasting against the white of the flower. I still remember being impressed when I saw the first early flowers of this plant, nearly 40 years ago. Fuzzy, rounded foliage with red buds is also attractive. Woodsy and low-growing. 6-10''

10520 Rhododendron ‘Brickdust’ — (williamsianum x ‘Dido’) 30", -5°F, M, 4/4-5. Terrific all around, this low-growing plant is densely covered with cheery, round, green leaves. The dense foliage is accompanied by a plenitude of dusty orange-rose flowers that tumble over the foliage. 6-10''

10279 Rhododendron ‘Brilliant’ — (‘Elizabeth’ x Ledum columbianum) 2', 0°F, M, 3/3. This plant has small, bright red, funnel shaped flowers that are held above smooth, green leaves. After flowering, it has bronzy-red new growth. The open growth habit does make an enjoyable plant. It is said to be tolerant of both heat and lime but will be happiest if given some shade. 10-15''

NEW 10275 Rhododendron ‘Brittany’ — (‘Bowie’ x keiskei ‘Mt. Kuromi’) 4', -20°F, ML, -/-. This plant has small, rounded leaves and forms a dense, compact mound. The flowers, pale yellow maturing to shades of pink, provide prolonged interest and beauty. A perfect example of a lepidote! 6-10

10791 Rhododendron ‘Britton Hill’ — (‘Jean Marie de Montague’ x ‘Red Loderi’) 5', -5°F, M, 4-5/4. A beautiful bright red on very large, perfect trusses. The large foliage is waxy and deep forest green, making a plant of utmost beauty. It may be hardier than rated, as it bloomed perfectly after the winter of 1990 when many rhododendrons which should be hardy to -25oF lost their buds. Its parentage makes this one a real winner. 10-15''

10274 Rhododendron ‘Britton Hill Bugle’ — (‘Karkov’ x ‘Red Loderi’) 5', 5°F, M-ML, 4/4. An introduction from Britt Smith, the large trusses on this plant are composed of red blooms with dark red eyes and a pronounced bugle shape. Buds very heavily and covers itself with magnificent flowers. Matte, green foliage densely covers the plant. 48-60''

10827 Rhododendron ‘Bronze Wing’ — (unknown [possibly ‘Elizabeth’ x williamsianum hybrid]) 3', 0°F, M, 3/4-5. White with rosy pink edges and cream in the center are the flowers that grace this plant. New foliage is a deep bronze-red and a little smaller than ‘Elizabeth Red Foliage’. A very attractive, compact plant, especially in winter when it displays red buds. A superb introduction from "Down Under". 6-10'', 10-15'', 30-36'', 36-48''

10585 Rhododendron ‘Bruce Brechtbill’ — (bud sport of ‘Unique’) 4', 0°F, EM, 3-4/5. This hybrid looks and acts identical to ‘Unique’ until it flowers. Then you are graced with blooms that are pink with a touch of yellow in the throat. Since there are few rhododendrons that are sports and ‘Unique’ has about the best foliage around, what could be better than a pink ‘Unique’! Absolutely well worth growing. 6-10'', 10-15'', 15-21'', 21-30'', 30-36''

11267 Rhododendron ‘Bubblegum’ — (‘Weston’s Aglo’ polyploid) 3', -25°F, EM, 4/4. Break out your "Bazooka" these flowers are that pink! This cultivar is a polyploid form that means expect larger flowers more substantial foliage, and yes a better plant! We think this is destined to become one of the most popular lepidotes we carry. 6-10''

10574 Rhododendron bureavii x ‘Fabia’ — 4', -5°F, EM, 4-5/3-4. This plant has a delightful bubble gum pink colored flower. It is graced with a speckling of dark pink on the upper petal and dark pink stamens. The foliage is a dark green and has just the right amount of shine to it. This plant is an early to mid season bloomer and would be great in any garden. 10-15'', 21-30''

10857 Rhododendron bureavii x pronum — 3', -10°F, EM, -/-. Here is foliage exraordinaire! But what else could it be when it’s parents are the "Rolls Royce" of rhododendron foliage? And, while it might not be the first rhododendron you would buy for flowers, it will produce magnificent small trusses of white with light reddish markings in the throat. From the breeding program of Thompson Nursery, this is a plant you will prize! It is certainly a plant you must have! 10-15''

NEW 11207 Rhododendron bureavii x ‘Sir Charles Lemon’ — 4', -5°F, EM-M, 4/5. Bred for its indumentum and superior plant habit, this hybrid will not disappoint. A fine plant that will delight you all year with its white new foliage and its rich cinnamon indumentum. The flowers open white with some pink spotting. 10-15''

10580 Rhododendron ‘Burgundy’ — (‘Britannia’ x ‘Purple Splendour’) 5', -15°F, ML, 4/3. Up to 15 burgundy-red flowers appear in each dome-shaped truss. Foliage is large and gives stately grace to this fine hybrid. Distinctive! 10-15'', 30-36'', 48-60''

NEW 11252 Rhododendron ‘Buttered Popcorn’ — (‘Mrs. Lamont Copeland’ x ‘Mary Drennen’) 4', -5°F, L, 4/3. Wonderfully different flowers of yellow with two rays of brown converging on a dark eye. This is all surrounded by light green foliage on an upright plant. 10-15''

10600 Rhododendron ‘Buttermint’ — (‘Unique’ x [‘Fabia’ x dichroanthum ssp. apodectum]) 3', -5°F, M, 4/3-4. Thick leathery leaves are pleasing in appearance and extremely dense on this compact plant. Plump flower buds mature early in the season, giving the appearance that the plant eagerly awaits its bloom time! Good sized, buttermint yellow flowers. 10-15''

10019Rhododendron ‘Cadis’ — (‘Caroline’ x fortunei ssp. discolor) 5', -15°F, ML, 3/4. Long, narrow leaves and the fragrant, light pink trusses of this plant genuinely deserve the recognition afforded this cold hardy hybrid from the eastern U.S. A sun tolerant selection. 15-21'', 21-30''

10549 Rhododendron ‘Calsap’ — (‘Catalga’ x ‘Sappho’) 4', -25°F, ML, 4/3. A very hardy plant with lavender buds that open to white flowers, boldly blotched with burgundy. The smooth, oblong, emerald-green foliage forms a dense cover. This plant won a Best of Show award, so you know it must be a top quality plant. 10-15''

Rhododendron ‘Calstocker’ — See ‘Exbury Calstocker’.

10034 Rhododendron ‘Canadian Sunset’ — (degronianum ssp. yakushimanum x ‘Gipsy Queen’) 6', 10°F, M, 4/4. Quite different! The buds begin as a good solid red and open to flowers of an almost salmon-orange, fading to creamy yellow toward the center. Add to this the beauty of a compact, rounded bush with indumented leaves and it’s almost too good to be true. 10-15''

10928 Rhododendron ‘Capistrano’ — (‘Hindustan’ x {[(‘Catawbiense Album’ x <fortunei ssp. discolor x ‘Fabia’>) x (‘Russel Harmon’ x ‘Goldsworth Orange’)] x ‘Golden Gala’}) 5', -15°, 4/4. Reports from customers indicate this plant is the best hardy yellow with good foliage from David Leach. 6-10'', 21-30''

10680 Rhododendron ‘Carmen’ — (sanguineum ssp. didymum x forrestii ssp. forrestii Repens Group) 1', 0°F, EM, 4/5. Everyone loves ‘Carmen’ at first sight. Whether in flower or not, this muffin of emerald green round leaves goes home with a lot of gardeners. ‘Carmen’ buds as a young plant. Its flowers are dark red. 6-10''

11208 Rhododendron ‘Carmen’ x degronianum ssp. yakushimanum — 2', -10°F, EM, 4/4. An interesting good plant for foliage, and deeper red flowers than most hybrids from degronianum ssp. yakushimanum. The foliage is deep green which is small and round with light indumentum which is a delightful white on new growth. A good dwarf plant for the small garden, or where you want something low in a large garden. 6-10''

10547 Rhododendron ‘Casanova’ — (‘Newburyport Belle’ x ‘Good Hope’) 4', -25°F, M, 4/5. This is a nice Leach hybrid. Pink buds open to the yellow flowers which sport a pinkish tint on the outside and an orange blotch in the throat. Glossy elliptical foliage makes a perfect backdrop. The effect is an intricate collage of colors that would complement any yard. 10-15''

11082 Rhododendron ‘Catalina’ — (parentage unknown) 5', -15°F, ML-L, 3/3. Frilly little flowers in compact, rounded dome shaped trusses cascade profusely over this medium green, fairly well behaved plant. Flowers with medium pink throats and strong magenta margins fade to white with pink margins giving the truss a multicolored effect through the bloom season. 6-10''

10612 Rhododendron ‘Catawbiense Album’ — (A selection of catawbiense) 6', -25°F, ML, -/-. A plant of extreme hardiness and vigor. The pure white flowers with greenish yellow spotting burst from buds that are blushed with lilac. The dark green leaves are slightly convex. 6-10'', 21-30''

NEW 10611 Rhododendron ‘Catawbiense Boursault’ — (a selection of catawbiense) 6', -20°F, ML-L, 2/3. A hardy selection with rose-lilac blossoms on a plant of good, sturdy habit. It has pleasant, medium-green foliage. 6-10''

NEW 10025 Rhododendron ‘Catawbiense Grandiflorum’ — (catawbiense selection) 6', -15°F, ML-L, 2-3/3. Distinctive, long lasting, lilac flowers form a full, very rounded truss. This hardy and showy plant makes an excellent background plant for any garden. 6-10''

10929 Rhododendron ‘Celebrity’ — (fortunei ssp. fortunei hybrid) 5', -10° F, ML, 4/3-4. Nicely fragrant light pink flowers with gold blotches, form large trusses amid dark green foliage. Needs shade for the best performance. 15-21''

10377 Rhododendron ‘Celeste’ — (‘Alice’ x fortunei ssp. discolor) 6', -10°F, L, 4/4. The parentage gives it vigor, and the large beautiful trusses of fuchsia pink make this an outstanding hybrid. It is strong growing and healthy looking with its deep, glossy green foliage. 15-21'', 30-36''

10901 Rhododendron ‘Chapmanii Wonder’ — 4-5', -15°F, E-EM, 3-4/3-4. (chapmanii x dauricum album) This rhododendron from Japan was hybridized specifically to stand the temperatures of the highland areas, where it is very cold and the ground freezes in winter. It also withstands the summer heat of its moist, hot, oriental home. The foliage and the plant are similar to ‘PJM’, as its parentage is related; however, the chapmanii in this plant provides more heat tolerance than the carolinianum in ‘PJM’. The flowers are bright lavender-pink. Needs pruning to keep it compact. 10-15''

11087 Rhododendron ‘Checkmate’ — (sport of ‘PJM Victor’) 1', -15°F, EM, -/-. Strong purple to purple red flowers in compact ball shaped trusses cover this neat little plant in the spring. One of the smallest forms of ‘PJM’ available, this one grows fairly compact and spreading, making a neat little mound of glossy green. 6-10'', 10-15''

10720 Rhododendron ‘Cheer’ — (‘Cunningham’s White’ x red catawbiense seedling) 5', -10°F, EM, 3/3-4. Pink trusses signal the coming of spring and lighten the heart. Plenty of glossy, dark green leaves dress ‘Cheer’. Plant grows compactly forming a dense, round mound. 6-10''

10053 Rhododendron ‘Cherries ‘n Cream’ — (‘Lem’s Cameo’ x [‘Fabia’ x R. bureavii]) 4', 5°F, M, -/-. A terrific new plant with exceptional foliage and wonderfully exciting flowers, which will light up every garden. Sun tolerant and compact in growth habit, this plant sports large pink flowers that open from cherry-red buds. 10-15'', 30-36''

NEW 11288 Rhododendron ‘Cherry Cheescake’ — ( x ) 5', -20°F, M, 5/4. Large pure white flowers edged with a vivid pink and with a flair of deep burgundy and vivid pink! No one overlooks this Rhododendron when it is in bloom. You’ll run for your camera and to call the neighbors to come and see this one and to call the neighbors to come and see this one. 6-10'', 10-15''

10976 Rhododendron ‘Chevalier Felix de Sauvage’ — (caucasicum x hardy hybrid) 4-5’, -5°F, EM, 3/3. This handsome monsieur blooms coral rose trusses, accentuated by a splash of rich, dark coral in the center of each flower. 10-15'', 30-36''

11085 Rhododendron ‘Chiffchaff’ — (hanceanum Nanum Group x fletcherianum) 2', 5°F, EM, 3-4/3-4. A compact little plant with small, loose trusses of bright, lemon yellow flowers. The fuzzy dark green foliage turns a lovely shade of bronze in the winter, adding to the enjoyment of this great little rhododendron. 10-15''

NEW 10740 Rhododendron ‘Chikor’ — (rupicola var. chryseum x ludlowii) 18", 0°F, EM, 4-5/4. A fine, true yellow dwarf rhododendron from Peter Cox. The intricate, twiggy stems make this plant appear like a tree in miniature. Winter weather brings a bronze-red coloration to the foliage that contrasts well with accompanying winter greens. 6-10''

10770 Rhododendron ‘Chionoides’ — (ponticum hybrid) 4', -10°F, ML, 3/4. Tolerant of the sun and cold, this compact hybrid grows beautifully even when planted in locations often considered too exposed for a rhododendron. A broad, dense cushion measuring 5-6' high develops as the plant matures. White, dome trusses are bright and numerous. 6-10'', 21-30''

10780 Rhododendron ‘Christmas Cheer’ — (caucasicum hybrid) 4', -10°F, VE-E, 3/4. Extremely early pink trusses draw plant enthusiasts to this hardy rhododendron. Tough, medium sized leaves are dense on this well shaped plant. Please note: it doesn’t bloom at Christmas time as the name might indicate. Its blossoming is closer to the roaring of the March lion. 10-15'', 15-21'', 21-30'', 30-36''

11068 Rhododendron ‘Christmas White’ — (sport of ‘Christmas Cheer’) 4', -10°F, VE-E, 3/4. This is the same ‘rough and ready’ plant we all love for it’s hardiness and early bloom, but the flowers are white with a blush of pink. The flower buds are also pink and add lovely dimension to this great early bloomer. 10-15'', 15-21'', 21-30''

10790 Rhododendron ‘Cilpinense’ — (ciliatum x moupinense) 3', 5°F, E, 3-4/3-4. What an attractive hybrid this is for both foliage and flower! The leaves are small to medium sized and are deep forest green. The flowers sparkle in the sunlight like big apple blossoms, a blush pink touched with deeper pink. Yes, this is beautiful! 6-10'', 10-15'', 21-30''

11154 Rhododendron ‘Cinnkeys’ — (cinnabarinum x keysii) 5', 5°F, ML, 4-5/3. Another of the magnificent cinnabarinum hybrids, this lovely plant has long tubular flowers which are warm reddish-pink on the upper part of the tube, blending to a warm yellow at the tips. Most attractive! Upright and willowy growing, it has grayish-green, medium sized leaves. 10-15''

10542 Rhododendron ‘Circus’ — (‘Fabia’ x ‘Purple Splendour’) 3', -5°F, ML, 4/3. These flowers run the spectrum of color! Each yellow-orange petal is bordered by shades of pink to red-purple with a golden-green blotch on the upper petal. It has a medium- sized calyx on the back of the flower, giving it a double appearance. A hint of brown indumentum on the foliage is a nice addition. 10-15''

11125 ‘Rhododendron ‘Coastal Spice’ — (‘Fragrantissum’ x ?) 4', 10°F, EM, 4/4. PROVISIONAL This is hybrid by Jim Gerdeman of Yachats, Oregon. If ever there was a rhododendron that looked good enough to eat, this is it! From its dark green, light reflecting, textured foliage that is fuzzy underneath to its open faced, large flowers that are brushed with rich pink on the outside and white inside. ‘Coastal Spice’ is reminiscent of its R. edgeworthii grandparent. A wonderful spicy fragrance too! 6-10''

10521 Rhododendron ‘Colonel Coen’ — (unknown, but contains ponticum) 5', -10oF or colder, M-ML, 3-4/3-4. This hybrid originated with Endre Ostbo in 1958, but for some reason was only recently distributed. It is a fine, deep purple with good foliage. All who see it wonder why they haven’t seen it or been able to obtain it before. Well, now you can have it for your own garden, and if you are a purple fan, you are sure to prize this fine hybrid. A good grower that buds young and is hardy. 6-10'', 10-15''

10046 Rhododendron ‘Compacta’ — (‘Faggetter’s Favourite’ x williamsianum) 3', -5°F, M-ML, 3/4. Deep pink buds open to snappy, light pink flowers. I bet you can’t guess what the growth habit is... You’re right, round and compact with neatly rounded leaves. A beautiful, tidy package to grace your garden. 10-15'', 30-36'', 48-60''

10033 Rhododendron ‘Consolini’s Windmill’ — (unknown, probably contains fortunei ssp. fortunei and ponticum) 5', -15°F, ML,-/-. A very striking color combination, this bicolor flower opens from reddish-purple buds to ball shaped trusses of purplish-red with bands of white on each petal. The upper petal has a flare of gold. Very showy and it’s quite hardy. From the Dexter stock, it was hybridized by Consolini and introduced by Briarwood Gardens. Good, deep green foliage. 10-15''

10930 Rhododendron ‘Coral Mist’ — (‘Nancy Evans x ‘Mrs. Furnival’) 3', -5°F, M, -/-. A new, large trussed rhododendron from the Northwest. Bicolor flowers are edged pink with cream colored throat. Nicely branched with attractive foliage. Grows to 3’ tall by 4’ wide. 10-15'', 15-21''

NEW 10931 Rhododendron ‘Cornubia’ — (arboreum x ‘Shilsonii’) 6', 15°F, VE, 4/3. Very early in the year before almost any other rhododendron begins to flower, this luscious red will burst into flower. Its very vigorous growing with lots of good large foliage. If you live in a climate warm enough for this plant and have the space to grow it, you’ll find this plant is a "must" for your garden. 10-15'', 21-30''

10890 Rhododendron ‘Cotton Candy’ — (‘Loderi Venus’ x ‘Marinus Koster’) 6', 0°F, M, 4/4. ‘Cotton Candy’s’ 10" tall, pastel pink trusses cause people to stare in amazement. It is a robust grower with thick, deep green leaves. Few rhododendrons are as breathtaking when in flower. It is superb! 6-10'', 10-15''

10898 Rhododendron ‘Cougar’ — (seedling from open-pollinated ‘Loderi King George’) 5', 20°F, EM, -/-. This plant’s buds are a bright cardinal red; its flowers, a bright rose that fade to a pale, purple pink. The big, fragrant flowers are a tubular, funnel shaped and are held in trusses of 15. A well branched, attractive plant, as wide as it is tall. 10-15''

NEW 13049 Rhododendron ‘Countess of Haddington’ — (ciliatum x dalhousiae) 5', 20°F, E, 4/3-4. Once established this plant has profuse, fragrant flowers of light pink with rose flushed margins. The large flowers have yellow-brown markings that add interest to the lax trusses. 6-10''

NEW 10917 Rhododendron ‘County of York’ — (‘Catawbiense Album’ x ‘Loderi King George’) 6', -15°F, M, 3-4/3. Vigorous growing plant with large, upright white trusses of good substance. Here is hardiness, good flower and large foliage, all in one hybrid. Apple-green, somewhat shiny foliage. Sun and cold are well tolerated. 15-21''

NEW 13042 Rhododendron ‘Cranberry Lace’ — (‘Anna’ (s) x ‘Purple Lace’) 4', -10°F, M, / . Outstanding color ranging from a strong dark raspberry on the very wavy flower edges, to a medium raspberry with milk, to a pale raspberry milkshake near the stared center. About 15 blooms in the truss and with rich green foliage. 10-15''

10914 Rhododendron ‘Crater Lake’ — (augustinii ‘Barto Blue’ x ‘Blue Bird’) 4-5', -5°F, EM-M, 4-5/3-4. This hybrid from Dr. Carl H. Phetteplace is a real spellbinder. Flowers are electric blue, flat and saucer shaped, with ruffled edges. They are held in groups of three, with many on a single branch. New foliage is bronze, changing to an Irish green with maturity. Once you see it, you will definitely want to add one to your collection. 6-10'', 10-15'', 15-21'', 21-30''

NEW 10431 Rhododendron ‘Creamy Chiffon’ — (unknown, probably containing campylocarpum or wardii) 4', -5°F, ML, 4-5/4. Here is the plant you have waited for so long and wanted so badly. In flower it is a beautiful shade of yellow and is fully double! This makes it unusual indeed, as there are very few double rhododendrons. The flowers could be likened to frilly chiffon, topped with golden whipped cream. The deep fir green leaves are of medium size, rounded and cover the compact plant from top to bottom. An outstanding plant! 10-15''

10911 Rhododendron ‘Creeping Jenny’ — (griersonianum x forrestii ssp. forrestii Repens Group) 2', 5°F, EM, 3/4. Bright red, bell shaped flowers cover this beautiful plant in abundance. It has a creeping growth habit which would be excellent on a bank in a larger rock garden. It is a sister of ‘Elizabeth’, so its flowers and foliage are similar. 10-15'', 15-21'', 21-30''

10278 Rhododendron ‘Crimson Pippin’ — (yakushimanum x sanguineum ssp. haemaleum). 2', -10°F, M, 5/4. Silver indumentum is but one beautiful aspect of this plant. Flowers are bright currant-red held in loose trusses of 10 with a nice calyx. It’s one of those compact plants with very deep green leaves that everyone wants and the flowers are the darkest red of any yakushimanum hybrid. 10-15'', 15-21''

10393 Rhododendron ‘Cunningham’s Blush’ — (probably caucasicum x ponticum var. album) 4', -15°F, ML, 2/3. Another old hybrid dating back to the mid 1800’s that has stood the test of time. True, the flowers aren’t quite as large as some of the new hybrids, but it’s dependable and you can be sure that after most of the new hybrids coming out today are long gone, this plant will still be performing. It is a tight growing plant with good foliage and light blush-pink flowers that have a light blotch on the upper lobes. 6-10''

10608 Rhododendron ‘Cunningham’s White’ — (caucasicum x ponticum var. album) 4', -15°F, ML, 2/3. An attractive, compact plant with small, white flowers enhanced by a greenish-yellow blotch. These lovely and numerous flowers open from buds which are flushed with pink. It will tolerate sunny locations but partial shade is best. 6-10'', 10-15''

10386 Rhododendron ‘Cupcake’ — (degronianum ssp. yakushimanum x ‘Medusa’) 3', -5°F, M-ML, 4/4. Here is a real "sweetie." Neat, compact habit and foliage make this one of those plants you just have to have in your garden. It’s a scrumptious apricot and pink combination and may be hardier than rated since the super hardy yakushimanum is in its parentage. It’s from Willard and Margaret Thompson, who produced the fantastic ‘Ring of Fire’, so it has to be good! 6-10'', 10-15''

10906 Rhododendron ‘Cynthia’ — (catawbiense x griffithianum) 6', -15°F, M, 4/3. An old favorite which is still one of the best for a strong growing, background plant. ‘Cynthia’ will produce a bounty of large, conical, rosy-crimson trusses. Sun and heat tolerant. 6-10'', 10-15''

10256 Rhododendron ‘Dad’s Indian Summer’ — (‘Ring of Fire’ x ‘Pink Petticoats’) 5', 0°F, M, 4-5/4. Warm orange flowers with reddish-orange edges and yellow centers are gathered into many flowered trusses which suggest the warmth of a long "Indian summer." Medium sized, smooth green foliage gives this plant an attractive appearance all year. This valuable plant has excellent growth habit, strong stems and good roots, a winning combination! 21-30''

10904 Rhododendron ‘Dame Nellie Melba’ — (‘Standishii’ x arboreum) 6', 0°F, EM, 3-4/4. A large-grower, flowers are bright pink with crimson dots in conical trusses of about 12. Glossy green foliage is an added bonus to this vigorous, bushy plant. Named after the famous Australian opera singer, this beautiful plant will have you singing too! 60-72''

10496 Rhododendron ‘Dan’s Early Purple’ — (ponticum hybrid) 5', 0°F, E-EM, 3/3. The earliest large leafed purple to bloom. Glossy green foliage provides the backdrop for the bright red-purple flowers that sparkle with white stamens and a white throat. 10-15''

10903 Rhododendron ‘Daphnoides’ — (ponticum selection or cross) 4', -15°F, ML, 2-3/4. With foliage unlike any other rhododendron, this hybrid evokes curiosity and surprise from visitors. Rolled, glossy leaves are tightly spaced on the stems of this dense mound. Prolific pom-pom trusses are purple. 6-10'', 10-15'', 15-21'', 21-30''

10047 Rhododendron ‘Dappled Dawn’ — (‘Wizard x Robert Furman’s [’Golden Star’ x (‘jalisco’ x degronianum ssp. yakushimanum)]) 4', -15°F, LM, -/-. This hybrid from Jonathan Shaw has a dense growth habit and unusual beige-apricot flowers on nicely formed trusses. 6-10''

NEW 11289 Rhododendron ‘Dark Sister’ — (‘Purple Splendour’ x ‘Whitney’s Purple’) 2', -20°F, M, 4/4. This cultivar has a 15 wavy-edged flower truss of vivid purple with a dark red densely speckled blotch. A very nice Sanders hybrid. 6-10'', 10-15''

10380 Rhododendron ‘Dazzler’ — (contains griersonianum, dichroanthum and other species) 4', 5°F, EM, -/-. Warm salmon-orange flowers will "dazzle" your eyes when this luscious flower begins to show its magnificent color. Medium sized, dark olive-green leaves cover this upright growing plant. With its unusual color, this plant is one we are sure you will want in your garden. 6-10''

11113 Rhododendron ‘Deep Clover’ — ([‘Fancy’ x degronianum ssp. yakushimanum] x ‘Frank Galsworthy’) 3', 0°F, ML, 3-4/3-4. This is a Jim Barlup hybrid from Bellevue, Washington. The flowers are held in a ball truss with deep red buds that open to a medium blue-red and deeper colored wavy margins. In addition to this, a nice dense plant habit and wonderful clover green leaves make this one a real treat. 15-21'', 21-30''

13048 Rhododendron degronianum ssp. yakushimanum x ‘Carmen’ — PROVISIONAL 3', -10°F, EM, 4/4. This rhody addict only needs to know these parents and I’m drooling. Terrific green foliage on a lovely compact mounded plant. The deep red flowers are funnel shaped and lovely over this yak-like foliage! 6-10''

NEW 13010 Rhododendron degronianum ssp. yakushimanum x ‘Jim Drewry’ — PROVISIONAL 4', -5°F, M, -/-. We aren’t certain what this cross has to offer, our suspicion is that the flowers will be deep pink and ruffled, with medium large deep colored foliage. 10-15''

10171 Rhododendron degronianum ssp. yakushimanum x pachysanthum — 3', -15°F, EM, 4/5. If great foliage is your desire, here is the best of the best. And so it should be with such great parents. Lots of beautiful indumentum covers the new growth and the undersides of the leaves, the deep, shiny green of the mature leaves show through as they mature. When flower buds open, they show a kiss of pink, maturing to pristine snow white. 6-10'', 21-30''

NEW 13016 Rhododendron degronianum ssp. yakushimanum x recurvoides — PROVISIONAL 2', -10°F, EM, 3/4. So what do you get when you cross two of the best foliage plants in the genus. A truly magnificent plant! Your garden wants this deep green foliage on the smaller side with new growth covered in indumentum. From pink buds, funnel shaped flowers in ball trusses of white with light red spotting on the dorsal lobe. 15-21''

NEW 13018 Rhododendron degronianum ssp. yakushimanum x strigillosum — PROVISIONAL 4', -5°F, EM, -/-. Neat foliage from these two parents! Strongly pointed, hairy, dark green and narrow on a moderatly sized compact plant. Flowers bud out deep pink and bloom pink to white. 21-30''

11184 Rhododendron degronianum ssp. yakushimanum Exbury x macabeanum (Jim Barlup) — 4', 5°F, EM, 5/5. Ohhh who needs flowers when you have this foliage! These medium to large leaves are very like the R. macabeanum parent, textured and substantial, deep green and hairless on the top with a tawny indumentum. Flowers are white ruffled with a purple red blotch inside on the dorsal lobe. All this on a neatly mounding plant as we expect from yak hybrids! 21-30

10398 Rhododendron ‘Denali’ — (‘Vanessa Pastel’ x ‘Pink Walloper’) 6', -5°F, M, 4/4. The Alaskan natives call Mt. McKinley, ‘Denali’, which means "big one," and this rhododendron is "the big one"! The trusses are huge mountains of rose-pink. The foliage is superb, covering the statuesque plant in deep green. 36-48'', 48-60''

10048 Rhododendron ‘Doc’ — (degronianum ssp. yakushimanum x ‘Corona’) 3', -15°F, M, 4/4. Remember Snow White? Well, this is a larger growing dwarf with an attractive compact growth habit. Flowers are rose-pink with deeper shading at the margins. 10-15''

10607 Rhododendron ‘Donna Totten’ — (probably a racemosum hybrid) 4', -15°F, EM, 3-4/3-4. Pink flowers tinged with cream adorn this medium sized plant. It originated in the eastern United States, so it may be hardier than rated. The foliage is about the same size as R. racemosum and is very attractive. We think you will like it. 6-10'', 10-15'', 30-36'', 36-48''

10327 Rhododendron ‘Dopey’ — ([eriogynum hybrid x ‘Fabia’] x [degronianum ssp. yakushimanum x ‘Fabia Tangerine’]) 3', 5°F, M, 4-5/4. An upright growing, compact plant, covering itself with glossy red flowers which lighten toward the edges. If you remember this is one of the "Seven Dwarfs" series, you won’t think the name of this plant is quite so "dopey" (or dumb)! A fine plant for your garden. 10-15'', 15-21'', 21-30''

10894 Rhododendron ‘Dora Amateis’ — (minus var. minus Carolinianum Group x ciliatum) 3', -15°F, EM, 4/4. Pure white flowers cling to this low growing, bushy plant which has become a favorite of many people. Its deep green, dense foliage is highlighted with bronze tones and is prettiest when grown in full sun. This spicy scented hybrid is being planted as a low border and as a small mass planting to bring attention to its pretty foliage. 6-10'', 10-15'', 15-21'', 21-30'', 36-48''

NEW 13019 Rhododendron ‘Doreen Gale’ — (‘Point Defiance’ x ‘Trude Webster’) 5', -10°F, M, /. This Sander’s hybrid has a pale lavender flower with vivid raspberry edges and dorsal spotting. Very nice blending in the flower color on a well formed plant. 6-10''

10516 Rhododendron ‘Dorothy Amateis’ — (‘America’ x ‘Purple Splendour’) 5-6', -15°F, ML, 4/3. Here is a purple that is hardy to all but the most severe climates. The large trusses are deep purple with a deeper purple eye. It shows the influence of ‘Purple Splendour’, but it gained the hardiness from ‘America’. The foliage is a matte olive-green, and the leaves are held in an upright position, making a vigorous looking plant. If you are a purple lover, you’ll like this one. 6-10'', 10-15''

10983 Rhododendron ‘Double Eagle’ — (parentage unknown) 4', -0°F, EM, 4/4. A nice foliage plant. The large flowers are pink in bud opening to a warm yellow with a fuchsia blotch. Just enough different from the others to bring something special to the garden. 30-36''

NEW 10933 Rhododendron ‘Double Winner’ — (strigillosum hybrid) 5', 0°F, EM, 4/4. A hybrid special for its extended flowering time. It opens a few buds at a time over a long period. It gets its name from the fact that in the same year it won a trophy in both the early rhododendron show and the main show! The flowers are bright red in tight trusses. The foliage is long with very light indumentum, like its parent. 6-10'', 21-30''

11211 Rhododendron Dover Rose’ — (‘Dido’ x ‘Chlorops’) 4', 0°F, ML, -/-. Peach pink flowers with apricot spotting and ruffled edges are born in lax trusses on this statuesque and beautiful rhododendron. This wonderful addition to your garden originated at the famed Dover Nursery in Sandy, Oregon. 15-21'', 30-36''

10774 Rhododendron ‘Dreamland’ — ([‘Fabia’ x fortunei ssp. discolor x griersonianum x facetum x degronianum ssp. yakushimanum x ‘Jalisco’] exact combination is unknown) 4', -10°F, M, -/-. A prolific bloomer with pale pink flowers bordered with deeper pink edges. Excellent low and compact plant with leaves that are held up to three years. 6-10', 10-15''

11016 Rhododendron ‘Dreamy Cream’ — (‘Honeymoon’ x unknown) 4', 0°F, M, -/-. The open funnel-shaped, wavy flowers on this plant are quite a collage of color throughout its blooming season! The purple-red buds open to a light orchid pink, then fade to a light yellow with a hint of pink when in full bloom! Each ball shaped truss is 5½'' wide and holds 16 flowers. Medium sized leaves are a nice, dark green. 6-10'', 10-15'', 15-21'', 21-30''

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