Rhododendron 'Helsinki University' (Helsinki University Finnish Rhododendron)
Botanical Information
| Family | Ericaceae |
| Genus | Rhododendron |
| Cultivar | 'Helsinki University' |
| Category | Woody |
| Type | Shrub (evergreen) |
| Origin | Helsinki University, Helsinki, Finland. Part of the 1973 - 2001 development of a series of nine Finnish Rhododendron cultivars. Named in 1990 in honour of the school's 350th anniversary. |
| Pronunciation |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 4 - 8 |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone | 5 - 7 |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Zone | H5 - H7 |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Temperature (°C) | -29 to -32 |
| Temperature (°F) | -20 to -25 |
| Height | 1.5 - 2 m |
| Spread | 1 - 1.5 m |
| Growth | Slow |
| Flowering Period | April, May |
Description and Growing Information
| Shape | Upright and rounded in form. |
| Notable Specimens | The A.M. Cuddy Gardens, Strathroy, Ontario, Canada. |
| Habitat | Horticultural origin. |
| Leaf Description | Dark green leaves that emerge tinged red in the spring. |
| Flower Description | Large trusses of pink blooms with red specks that are lightly scented. |
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