This striking hybrid rhododendron, developed by Dr. Gustav Mehlquist at the University of Connecticut, combines Rhododendron 'Vulcan' and 'Chocolate Soldier' parentage. Distinctive ruffled blooms measuring 3¼ inches across display a vivid, solid deep red colouration without markings. Foliage emerges in bright lime tones before transitioning to deeper shades at maturity. The plant forms a compact, spreading habit, reaching 3 to 4 feet in both height and width, making it an excellent choice for landscape structure and seasonal colour impact.
Details
Botanical Name
Rhododendron 'Firestorm'
Common Name
Firestorm Rhododendron
Hardiness Zone
- 5
Appearance
Max Height
4 feet
Max Spread
4 feet
Plant Form
Foliage Colour
- Green
Fall Colour
Flower Colour
- Red
Edible
Edible Component
Edible Harvest Period
Edible Use
Fruit Colour
Growing
Flowering Period
Mid Spring
Moisture
Evenly Moist
Sunlight
Full Sun to Partial Shade
Maintenance
Occasional
Deer Resistance
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