order#   Name                Approx. Height at 10 yrs. Hardiness Quality Rating

                      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.

SPRING 2008

10000 Rhododendron ‘A. Bedford’ — (mauve seedling x ponticum) 6', -5°F, ML, 4/3. This large growing, vigorous rhododendron tolerates exposure to full sun. Its funnel shaped flowers with ruffled edges are pale mauve to lavender-blue with a distinctive dark blotch. This is a good selection for a background plant. 21-30", 30-36", 36-48", 48-60"

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. 10-15", 30-36"

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. 21-30"

Rhododendron ‘Aglo’ — See Rhododendron ‘WESTON’S AGLO.

10298 Rhododendron ‘Airy Fairy’ — (lutescens x mucronulatum ‘Cornell Pink’) 4', 0°F, E, 3-4/3. As the name implies, this hybrid is light and airy and very showy. Keeping the best of both parents, trusses of bright clear pink, 1¾'' flowers are accented by red spotting in the throats. Flowers are held in groups of three on slender branches with smaller leaves. 6-10"

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. 15-21"

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. 10-15"

NEW 11229 RH 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", 21-30"

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. 10-15", 15-21", 30-36"

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"

10040 Rhododendron ‘Angelo’ — (griffithianum x fortunei ssp. discolor) 6', -5°F, L, 4/3-4. This vigorous plant has large, dark green leaves. Late in the flowering season, it covers itself with gigantic, fragrant, white flowers that feature faint green spots within and a pale blush-pink on the outside. 6-10"

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. 6-10"

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. 10-15", 21-30"

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", 15-21"

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. 15-21", 21-30", 30-36", 36-48"

10924 Rhododendron ‘Anna’s Riplet’ — (forrestii ssp. forrestii Repens Group x ‘Letty Edwards’) 3', 0°F, EM, 4/3. Quite an interesting turn of events occurs with this beautiful hybrid from Lem. At first it appears as though the flower will be lovely rose-pink, however, as it matures the color changes to a s°Ft yellow! 6-10", 10-15", 21-30"

11022 Rhododendron ‘Anne Cree’ — (degronianum ssp. yakushimanum, Exbury form x ‘Chevalier Felix de Sauvage’) 1.5', 10°F, M, 4/4. This is a nice low growing, compact plant that covers itself with deep pink buds which open to light pink flowers with a prominent deep pink blotch. Each truss holds 25 ruffled flowers! 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"

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"

10619 Rhododendron ‘Apricot Sherbet’ — (‘Comstock’ x ‘Dido’) 4', 5°F, M, 4/4. This pretty plant forms a neat rounded mound. The scrumptious flowers are a unique, buff-apricot; a color not yet seen on rhododendrons. It’s so creamy you’ll be tempted to take a taste! The flower is large and open-faced with a calyx of the same delicious color. It has won several awards including Best American Hybrid. 15-21"

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. 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", 15-21"

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", 15-21"

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. 6-10",15-21", 21-30"

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. 21-30"

10190 Rhododendron ‘Autumn Gold’ — (fortunei ssp. discolor x ‘Fabia’) 5', -5°F, ML, 3-4/3-4. Luscious salmon-orange trusses invite attention to this late season bloomer. A deep orange eye glows at the center of the flower. Large growing and dense, with medium toned green foliage. Tolerates heat well. 10-15"

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. 6-10"

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", 60-72"

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", 30-36"

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"

10309 Rhododendron ‘Bambino’ — ([‘Britannia’ x degronianum ssp. yakushimanum] x ‘Lem’s Cameo’) 3', -5°F, M, 4/4. Not many plants are so conspicuous in their beauty that they are dedicated to a cause. The s°Ft innocence of this lovely flower inspired Dr. E. C. Brockenbrough, the hybridizer, to dedicate it to the Children’s Orthopedic Hospital of Seattle. The pastel yellow flowers are suffused pink, have ruffled petals lightly dotted with red on the upper petals, the center is graced with a reddish flare. The huge calyx gives the flowers a double appearance. Buds young and is a vigorous-grower. 6-10"

10494 ‘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"

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"

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. 6-10"

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. 15-21", 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. five this one the right location, and you will be graced with a vigorous grower. 10-15", 15-21"

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", 10-15", 36-48", 48-60"

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"

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. Beautiful! 21-30"

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 °Ff their beauty best if planted in a location where the setting sun will shine through the flowers, causing them to glow magically. A beautiful rhododendron in an unusual color not seen in many other plants. 15-21"

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. 15-21", 36-48"

11244 Rhododendron ‘Black Widow’ — ([‘Frank Gaulsworthy’ x ‘Leo’]) x ‘Warlock’) 5', -5°F, ML, 5/4. Wait no longer! She is finally in stock and we are expecting quite a large demand based on the past season’s customer inquiries. 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 hybridized by Roy Thompson of Thompson Nursery. A real breakthrough in color for a rhododendron. 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! 6-10", 10-15"

NEW 11277 Rhododendron ‘Blattgold’ — () 4', 0°F, M, 3/4. This new hybrid from Germany is a very nice variegated yellow and green foliaged plant. It is more compact and full than our other variegated Rhododendrons. It has lavender flowers with a light yellow green blotch. A very nice addition to our variegated Rhododendrons. 3-6"

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"

10388 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. 21-30"

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. 10-15"

11080 Rhododendron ‘Blue Baron’ — (‘Gletschernacht’ x ‘Waltham’) 2', -10°F, M, -/-. Vivid violet buds open to flowers with the same vivid color on the outside and a lighter shade of violet on the inside. A lovely little lepidote with glossy, green foliage in summer and bronze in winter. Quite compact and hardy. 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"

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 °Ften used as a border. 6-10", 15-21"

10430 Rhododendron ‘Blue Pacific’ — (‘Purple Splendour’ x ‘Susan’) 5', -5°F, ML, 4/3. If you want excitement, this beautiful blue-purple flower with its deeply colored blotch is it! The hybrid came from the hand of the late Bill Whitney and is legendary for its outstanding truss. Foliage is attractive, though darker green with shade. We °Ffer the true form of ‘Blue Pacific’ with light, dull green leaves. 6-10"

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. 6-10", 10-15"

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, is a nice complement to the flowers. 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. 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 pr°Fuse, virtually covering the whole plant in gray-blue. 10-15"

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 pr°Fusely in trusses of 8. 10-15", 21-30"

10563 Rhododendron ‘Blunique’ — (‘Blue Peter’ x ‘Unique’) 4', -5°F, M, 3/3. The light yellow-cream flowers with blue specks make this variety a combination of the best of both parents. The lush, glossy, green leaves are a perfect backdrop for the pr°Fusion of flowers that appears each spring. A beautiful addition to your rhododendron collection. 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", 30-36"

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. 6-10"

11292 Rhododendron ‘Bodacious’ — ([‘Ring of Fire’ x ‘Lem’s Cameo’] x ‘Thousand Butterflies’) 5', 0°F, M, 4/4. This large flowered beauty (with 32 flowers in the truss!!) is cream, yellow and peach. Aptly named as what could it be with these parents? You’ll like this one. 6-10"

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 °Ften blooms as early as January. 6-10"

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. 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"

10791 Rhododendron ‘Brittonhill’ — (‘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. 10-15", 21-30", 36-48"

10274 ‘Rhododendron Brittonhill 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. 30-36"

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 superb introduction from "Down Under". 6-10", 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’! 10-15", 15-21", 30-36"

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. 6-10", 10-15", 15-21"

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. It is certainly a plant you must have! 10-15"

11207 Rhododendron bureavii x ‘Sir Charles Lemon’ — 5', -5°F, EM, -/-. Another Thompson hybrid obviously bred to take it’s place among the outstanding larger foliage plants in our genus. How could it miss? It didn’t! White large flowers. 10-15"

10580 ‘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", 15-21", 21-30"

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"

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 its good. 15-21", 36-48"

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. 30-36"

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", 15-21"

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", 10-15"

11004 Rhododendron ‘Caroline’ — (decorum hybrid) 6', -15°F, ML, 3/4. Here is a plant which is better than it’s rating. The flowers are delightful orchid-pink with a light fragrance, which is enhanced by the warm afternoon sun. It is heavily clothed with honeydew green leaves which have an interesting twist. 15-21"

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. 21-30", 30-36", 36-48"

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. 10-15"

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", 48-60"

10795 Rhododendron ‘Centennial Celebration’ — (‘Purple Lace’ x degronianum ssp. yakushimanum) 4', -15°F, M-ML, 4/4. The dense plant habit is reminiscent of its yakushimanum parent and is easy to grow. The buds show as deep orchid, opening to a pale orchid. The frilled flowers seem to glow when they are fully open. Named in honor of Washington state’s centennial. It is so beautiful! 10-15"

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. A vigorous grower, rapidly becoming a good sized plant. The flowers are bright lavender-pink. Needs pruning to keep it compact. 6-10", 15-21"

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"

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. 15-21", 30-36"

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. 6-10", 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"

10572 ‘Rhododendron Cheyenne’ — (‘Jalisco’ x ‘Loderi’) 5', -5°F, ML, 4-5/4. The large flowers on this plant are a very deep butter-yellow with faint brown markings on the throat. It blooms heavily, with fragrant flowers covering the plant from top to bottom. Its forest green leaves are medium to large. 21-30"

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"

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 °Ften 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"

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. 15-21", 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 after lovely pink buds. 10-15", 15-21"

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", 15-21", 21-30"

0542 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. 10-15", 30-36", 36-48"

10521 Rhododendron ‘Colonel Coen’ — (unknown, but contains ponticum) 5', -10of or colder, M-ML, 3-4/3-4. 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"

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. 6-10", 30-36"

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. 6-10"

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", 36-48"

10981 Rhododendron ‘Cosmopolitan’ — (‘Cunningham’s White’ x ‘Vesuvius’) 5', -10°F, ML, 3/3. Pink with a deep red blotch. Foliage is glossy and attractive. A good hardy rhododendron. c

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. An attractive plant, as wide as it is tall. 15-21"

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. 10-15"

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. 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"

10519 Rhododendron ‘Creole Belle’ — (‘Vulcan’ x ‘Harvest Moon’) 4-5', -5of or colder, ML, 3-4/4-5. Here is a great, all around plant. First, it has attractive, deep forest-green foliage and it’s a tough plant that branches well and grows vigorously. Then, the flower is a bright, showy, pink with deeper pink in the throat. The slight touch of blue in the color gives it a special radiance and glow. 6-10", 21-30", 30-36", 36-48", 48-60"

10653 Rhododendron ‘Crete’ — (smirnowii x degronianum ssp. yakushimanum) 4', -15°F, M, 4/4-5. This is a great species combination. Magenta-rose buds open to very light purple flowers with a few light spots. With age the flowers gradually fade to white in a very tight, dome-shaped truss. The leaves are a blend of two parents with s°Ft beige indumentum. 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", 30-36"

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", 21-30"

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. 10-15", 21-30", 30-36"

10932 Rhododendron ‘Daisy Mae’ — (‘Mrs. Horace Fogg’ x ‘Argosy’) 4', 5°F, ML, -/-. Fragrant, bright pink flowers give summer highlight to the attractive matte green leaves. 30-36"

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", 15-21"

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"

10954 Rhododendron ([davidsonianum Serenade x tapetiforme] x davidsonianum Ruth Lyons) — 4', 0°F, E, 3/4. This is a sister seedling to hybrid ‘First Date’. Leaves will be small, glossy, deep green and moderately scaled on top and densely scaled underneath. Flat to almost twisted leaves are found on this upright growing plant. Flowers will be broadly funnel shaped pink to purple in color. The flower buds on this plant are lighter in color than ‘First Date’. 6-10", 21-30"

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. 15-21", 21-30"

10915 Rhododendron degronianum ssp. yakushimanum x crinigerum — 3', 0°F, EM, -/-. The cross of these two fine species shows the influence of both. The underside of the foliage is covered with deep brown indumentum. The flowers are pink with a red blotch in the center giving a colorful distinguishing mark to this hybrid. 3-6", 6-10", 21-30", 30-36"

10163 Rhododendron degronianum ssp. yakushimanum x ‘Fancy’ — 3', -10°F, M, -/-. This lovely rhododendron opens with a lavender tinge and gradually fades to creamy white with a distinctive yellow blotch. The plant is well clothed in olive green foliage making it attractive all year. A bonus with this plant is its frequent tendency to flower a second time in the fall. Quite a beautiful plant you will want to add to your garden. 10-15"

10228 Rhododendron degronianum ssp. yakushimanum x ‘Sir Charles Lemon’ — 4', -5°F, EM, 3-4/5. For foliage, this is a winner! New growth emerges covered with white indumentum. Later the indumentum darkens to a bright cinnamon red on the underside of the leaf and the top of the leaf is a dark fir green. The flowers are attractive pure white in compact, full trusses. 30-36"

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. 15-21", 30-36", 36-48"

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. 21-30"

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", 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. 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", 30-36"

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"

11049 ‘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"

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. 21-30"

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"

10058 Rhododendron ‘Durango’ — (‘Ruby Bowman’ x elliottii ‘War Paint’) 5', 5°F, M, -/-. Light, purple-pink flowers with wavy edges open from strong red buds held in a dome shaped truss of 16-18. A red blotch in the throat and red nectaries complete this flower’s charm. Growth habit is compact and leaves are large and dark green with tan indumentum that ages to rust. 6-10", 10-15"

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