Rhododendrons

Rhododendron stenopetalum 'Linearifolium'

Subgenus Tsutsusi Section Tsutsusi

Species evergreen azalea

Epithet: linear leaves

Synonym: R. macrosepalum 'Linearifolium', R. Linearifolium

AM 1984 E de Rothschild, Exbury

H4

Shrub 0.5 × 0.5m after 10 years

Flowers: Trusses appear in terminal clusters of 3-5 pink/red flowers which are divided almost to the base and strap like

April-May

Not scented

Foliage: Leaves are long, twisted, linear, 50-75mm long × 3-9mm wide. Evergreen

Distribution: This azalea was introduced by Standish from Japan in 1896. It no longer grows in the wild in Japan but is in cultivation in many parts of the world

Other Information: A clone of R. macrosepalum. An azalea for the experienced grower; very brittle and so subject to damage by wind, wildlife and frost. Needs a sheltered spot in the garden. Commercially available