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- To: "'s*@eskimo.com'" <s*@eskimo.com>
- Subject: Western Rhododendron Propagation
- From: M* C* <c*@scdnr.state.sc.us>
- Date: Mon, 3 Nov 1997 15:20:17 -0800
- Old-Date: Mon, 3 Nov 1997 18:10:17 -0500
I propagate from seeds and cuttings many southern native plants, but specialize in native azaleas and rhododendrons. I have introduced a cultivar of Clethra alnifolia wih variegated leaves named Creel's Calico, which also passes on variegation to selfed seedlings perhaps as much as 50 percent of progeny. I am seeking seeds of western rhododendron species, particularly Rh. occidentale and albiflorum, and some advice on growing them. I tried some occidentale seed last spring under lights over sphagnum moss with great germination, but most have failed to thrive outside. Mike Creel News Section Chief SC Department of Natural Resources 1000 Assembly St., P.O. Box 167 Columbia, SC 29202 Phone: 803-734-3950 Fax: 803-734-3951
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