Rhododendron 'Concessum' (Concessum Rhododendron)


Botanical Information

FamilyEricaceae
GenusRhododendron
Cultivar'Concessum'
SynonymsRhododendron 'Alphonse'
CategoryWoody
TypeShrub (evergreen)
OriginIntroduced by J. Byls in 1844.

Description and Growing Information

ShapeUpright and bushy.
CultivationPrefers full sun and partial-shade in well-drained soil.
Notable SpecimensWestonbirt, The National Arboretum, Tetbury, Gloucestershire, England.
HabitatHorticultural origin.
Flower/Leaf Bud DescriptionMid-season bloom of broadly funnel shaped flowers.
Leaf DescriptionLong, flat, slightly oblong leaves that come to a point.
Flower DescriptionClusters of broadly funnel-shaped flowers with many stamens.
Colour DescriptionThe leaves are green. The flowers are a pink with light pink almost white margins.

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