DESCRIPTION
Rhododendron occidentale ‘Irene Koster’ is a deciduous azalea with fresh green leaves and a graceful, airy look in the growing season. In late spring, very fragrant, tubular funnel-shaped flowers open from buds marked with darker pink striping. The blooms are white to light rose-pink, highlighted by a showy yellow blotch and warm orange-brown spotting on the upper petals.
Introduced by Koster & Sons of Holland around the late 1800s as part of the Occidentale hybrid group, ‘Irene Koster’ has remained popular for its perfume and generous spring bloom. Its flowers suit woodland borders, mixed shrub plantings, and areas near paths or seating where the fragrance can be enjoyed.
DESCRIPTION
Rhododendron occidentale ‘Irene Koster’ is a deciduous azalea with fresh green leaves and a graceful, airy look in the growing season. In late spring, very fragrant, tubular funnel-shaped flowers open from buds marked with darker pink striping. The blooms are white to light rose-pink, highlighted by a showy yellow blotch and warm orange-brown spotting on the upper petals.
Introduced by Koster & Sons of Holland around the late 1800s as part of the Occidentale hybrid group, ‘Irene Koster’ has remained popular for its perfume and generous spring bloom. Its flowers suit woodland borders, mixed shrub plantings, and areas near paths or seating where the fragrance can be enjoyed.