Rhododendron 'Bow Bells'

Growth Habit: dwarf (3 x 3 feet)
USDA Zone: 6b
Exposure: filtered to full sun
Growing Conditions: evenly moist, well drained acidic soils
Parentage: ('Corona' x williamsianum)
Color Catagory: pink
Bloom Time: early mid-season
Comments: Dark pink buds open a light pink against a backdrop of small, jade-green leaves. New growth is a treat in itself as they are a shiny copper. Has been in production since 1935. A test of time.