Rhododendron 'Albert Schweitzer'
Parentage unknown
Van Nes before 1960
AGM (2002) 2012
H6
Large upright shrub to 4m; grows to about 1.8m in 10 years
Flowers: Large pyramidal trusses of 13-14 pale pink flowers with a red blotch
May-June
Not scented
Foliage: Elepidote. Matt green leaves
Other Information: Named after the missionary Albert Schweitzer. A tough plant, that is easy to grow; prefers dappled shade. Commercially available
Location: Switzerland
Photo: Greer archive
Location: Switzerland
Photo: Greer archive
Location: Leonardslee
Photo: Everard Daniel