RHODODENDRON BY VAN DEN BERK Contents

About Van den Berk GmbH 3 Top quality 4 Rhododendron groups 6 Available sizes 8 Exceptional shapes and sizes 10 Large flowered hybrids 14 Yakushimanum hybrids 28 32 Plants and Care 36 Search system 40 Contact details 44

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2 | VAN DEN BERK RHODODENDRON GMBH About Van den Berk Rhododendron GmbH

You have before you the Van den Berk Rhododendron GmbH brochure and we are delighted to be able to introduce our rhododendron nursery to you. Van den Berk Rhododendron GmbH is located in the northern German town of Rastede. Here the 50 hectare site is dedicated to the cultivation of numerous and sizes of rhodo- dendrons and azaleas. Since 2006 the nursery has been a subsidiary of Van den Berk Nurseries whose 500 hectares make it one of the largest nurseries in Europe.

Today, the have become a highly valued part of our extensive range and in terms of size, these plants are a perfect addition. There are more than 160 species large-flowered hybrids, yakushimanum hybrids and azaleas, and they are grown from around 70 cm up to 4 metres in height and width. Whether you need large numbers for planting in large beds or striking solitary plants, both are abundantly available and always of exceptional quality.

In this brochure we would like to introduce our rhododendrons to you. Our sales team staff will be able to inform you about prices, sizes and species. If required they will also be able to advise you or arrange a visit to the nursery. You will be warmly welcomed!

Pieter van den Berk Managing Director Van den Berk Rhododendron GmbH

VAN DEN BERK RHODODENDRON GMBH | 3 Top quality plants

Field cultivation Regrowth The fertile peaty soil in North-Germany is Rhododendrons have a flat, broad root system. These Only strong plants will thrive in their new location in - ideal for the cultivation of rhododendrons and plants can only develop properly when planted in the field. ing projects. They suffer less from replanting and are better azaleas. Van den Berk Rhododendron GmbH The thick peaty soil of the Ipwegermoor, combined with able to get through the first difficult year. They can also regular soil cultivation and fertilization, offers the perfect withstand extreme weather conditions or a temporary lack cultivates all its plants here in the field. This circumstances. The plants have room to develop finely of water better. Enough reason to not only look at the is a very decisive factor for the quality of the branched, wide root systems, which can absorb plenty of colour and size when selecting rhododendrons and azaleas, plants moisture and nutrition. This is not only an important pre- but also judge them on quality. Plants cultivated by Van requisite for strong, healthy plants, but also essential for den Berk Rhododendron GmbH have an unprecedentedly regrowth after planting in its final location. low failure rate. They guarantee long and great (flowering) pleasure! Full plants To achieve good, dense branching aboveground as well, the plants are planted with enough space in between. For several growth seasons after planting, the flower buds are nipped out of the plants. This stimulates the plants to concentrate all their energy on the development of branches and instead of flowering and forming . This labour-intensive treatment and regular pruning of rhododendrons results in compact, full plants. These plants are wider than usual, don‘t fall apart as quickly and also look good outside the flowering season.

4 | VAN DEN BERK RHODODENDRON GMBH RHODODENDRON ‘CAT. GRANDIFLORUM’ RHODODENDRON ‘CAT. GRANDIFLORUM’ H70-80 CONTAINER QUALITY H70-80 VAN DEN BERK QUALITY

VAN DEN BERK RHODODENDRON GMBH | 3 Rhododendron groups

There are many different groups within Large flowered hybrids Yakushimanum hybrids the Rhododendron genus. At Van den Berk Rhododendron GmbH, we grow large-flowered hybrids, yakushimanum hybrids and deciduous azaleas.

This is the largest group of rhododendrons. Botanists know These evergreen rhododendrons grow flat and compact. of a whole collection of different groups but for the sake The underside of the usually has felt-like hair. Some of simplicity, we shall treat them all as a single group. yakushimanum hybrids have decorative, fine hairs on the Large-flowered hybrids originally come from the Himalayas young leaf. Yakushimanum species are known for their rich, and West China. Rhododendrons have been cultivated since full bloom. They grow slowly, are frost resistant and can 1850 and thanks to cross-breeding there are now hundreds tolerate the sun. As specimen they are truly eye-catching of different varieties. although their flat, compact growth means they are also Depending on the species, a large-flowered hybrid can grow ideally suited to planting in beds. to between one and six metres in height and width. They are evergreen and have thick, leathery leaves. In most species the leaf is dark green and shiny. As the name suggests, these rhododendrons have large spherical that consist of multiple calyxes. Their rich colour palette means we can offer a wide choice.

6 | VAN DEN BERK RHODODENDRON GMBH Azaleas INKAHRO® (LIME-TOLERANT) RHODODENDRONS WITHIN THE EXTENSIVE RANGE OF LARGE-FLOWERED RHODODENDRONS AND YAKUSHIMANUM HYBRIDS, WE SUPPLY MANY SPECIES ON A LIME-TOLERANT ROOT- STOCK. UNLIKE THE ACIDOPHILIC CLASSIC RHODODEN- DRONS THAT PREFER A PH LEVEL BETWEEN 4.2 AND 5.5, THESE PLANTS CAN BE USED MORE WIDELY. THEY THRIVE IN SOIL TYPES THAT HAVE A PH VALUE BETWEEN 4.5 AND 6.5. AS AN ADDITIONAL BENEFIT, PLANTS THAT HAVE BEEN BRED ON A LIME-TOLERANT ROOTSTOCK ARE ALSO STRONGER. THE SALES TEAM WILL BE GLAD TO INFORM YOU ABOUT SPECIES AND SIZES.

Azalea used to be the scientific name for a certain group ORNAMENTAL LEAF of richly flowering . Through new findings in botany, SOME RHODODENDRONS HAVE BESIDES THE RICH azaleas are currently included in the Rhododendron genus. BLOOM ANOTHER ORNAMENTAL VALUE, BEING THE However, the name ‚‘ is still in everyday use. LEAVES. ‘GRAZIELLA Within azaleas we can also distinguish between a large ‘IS CHARACTERIZED BY VERY NARROW, DARK GREEN number of groups. In Rastede we only cultivate deciduous LEAVES. OTHER SPECIES SUCH AS EDELWEISS, azaleas. These grow into a more or less broad, upright MAKIYAK, MIST MAIDEN, KOICHIRO WADA, SCHNEEKIS- shape. Many species flower on bare wood, that is to say SEN, WEINLESE AND YAKU ANGEL HAVE DISTINCTIVE, before the leaf appears. The leaf colour is usually lighter VELVETY HAIRS ON THE SPROUTING LEAF. THE LEAF OF than we see on evergreen rhododendrons. With azaleas, AZALEAS SHOWS BEAUTIFUL AUTUMN COLOURS, FROM bright colours such as intense yellow, orange or red dom- YELLOW, ORANGE TO RED. inate. There are, however, also species with white, lilac and different shades of pink flowers. Azaleas are distinguished by their beautiful autumn colours and the floral fragrance of some species.

VAN DEN BERK RHODODENDRON GMBH | 7 Examples Available sizes of heights

The 160 or more species of rhododendrons and azaleas are available in different sizes. We can supply plants from 70 cm up to 4 metres H 70-80 H 80-90 H 90-100 in height and width. With large-flowered hybrids and azaleas, the size is usually given as the height, although with certain species Examples the size is given as the width due to their of widths growing habit. This is the case, for example, with all yakushimanum hybrids. You can see examples of different sizes in these photos.

Examples of sizes azaleas

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W 70-80 W 80-90 W 90-100 W 100-120 W 120-140 W 140-160 W 160-180

Examples of sizes azaleas

H 70-80 H 80-100 H 100-125 H 125-150 H 150-175 H 200-225

VAN DEN BERK RHODODENDRON GMBH | 9 Exceptional shapes and sizes

Some large flowered hybrids are available in Four metres and wider exceptionally large sizes. It is a specialty of These are exclusive plants, more than forty years old, more than 4 m tall and wide. These giant plants are no exception Van den Berk Rhododendron GmbH. on the Rastede plots. They are one of the specialties of Van den Berk Rhododendron GmbH. The rhododendrons are extremely suitable as evergreen ‚architectural‘ elements in projects. As a single specimen or as repetitive green element; they always guarantee a very special effect.

Multi-stem rhododendrons Another category of special plants are the multi-stem rhodo- dendrons. These plants are pruned yearly, when the stems at the bottom of the plants are cleared. The capriciously formed stems make these plants very striking specimen, which are also attractive outside the flowering season. Multi-stem rhododendrons are available in sizes from 1,5 to 4 m high; and each plant is unique.

Mark out the trees yourself On request, we can send you photos of plants. Of course, you are more than welcome to come and view or mark out the rhododendrons yourself. Call our sales team to make an appointment or for information.

10 | VAN DEN BERK RHODODENDRON GMBH VAN DEN BERK RHODODENDRON GMBH | 11 Specimen rhododendrons

RHODODENDRON ‘ENGLISH ROSEUM’ RHODODENDRON ‘CUNNINGHAM’S WHITE’

12 | VAN DEN BERK RHODODENDRON GMBH Multi-stem rhododendrons

RHODODENDRON ‘ENGLISH ROSEUM’ RHODODENDRON ‘CUNNINGHAM’S WHITE’

VAN DEN BERK RHODODENDRON GMBH | 13 Large flowered hybrids

RHODODENDRON ‘BISMARCK’ RHODODENDRON ‘BOULE DE NEIGE’ RHODODENDRON ‘ENGLISH ROSEUM’

RHODODENDRON ‘INKAHRO DUFTHECKE WEISS’ RHODODENDRON ‘HELEN SCHIFFNER’

RHODODENDRON ‘CATAWBIENSE ALBUM’ RHODODENDRON ‘CUNNINGHAM’S WHITE’ RHODODENDRON ‘SCHNEEBUKETT’ RHODODENDRON ‘MADAME MASSON’

14 | VAN DEN BERK RHODODENDRON GMBH RHODODENDRON ‘PRINSES MAXIMA’ RHODODENDRON ‘GRAFFITO’ RHODODENDRON ‘HERBSTGRUß’ RHODODENDRON ‘INKAHRO DUFTHECKE WEISS’

RHODODENDRON ‘RASTEDER SCHLOßPERLE’

VAN DEN BERK RHODODENDRON GMBH | 15 Large flowered hybrids

RHODODENDRON ‘GOLDBUKETT’ RHODODENDRON ‘INKAHRO DUFTHECKE GELB’

RHODODENDRON ‘SIMONA’

RHODODENDRON ‘STADT WESTERSTEDE’ RHODODENDRON ‘BELLINI’ RHODODENDRON ‘VISCY’ RHODODENDRON ’GOLDINETTA’

16 | VAN DEN BERK RHODODENDRON GMBH RHODODENDRON ‘BRASILIA’ RHODODENDRON ‘BRIGITTE’ RHODODENDRON ‘DAGMAR’ RHODODENDRON ‘ANTJE’

RHODODENDRON ‘ENGLISH ROSEUM’ & RHODODENDRON ‘NOVA ZEMBLA’ RHODODENDRON ‘SCINTILLATION’

RHODODENDRON ‘DUKE OF YORK’

VAN DEN BERK RHODODENDRON GMBH | 17 Large flowered hybrids

RHODODENDRON ‘ARKTIS’ RHODODENDRON ‘FURNIVALL’S DAUGHTER’ RHODODENDRON ‘KOKARDIA’

RHODODENDRON ‘HERBSTFREUDE’ RHODODENDRON ‘GOMER WATERER’

RHODODENDRON ‘LADY ANNETTE DE TRAFFORD’ RHODODENDRON ‘PROGRES’ RHODODENDRON ‘HOMER’ RHODODENDRON ‘HACHMANN’S CHARMANT’

18 | VAN DEN BERK RHODODENDRON GMBH RHODODENDRON ‘CATAWBIENSE BOURSAULT’ & RHODODENDRON ‘CATAWBIENSE GRANDIFLORUM’ RHODODENDRON ‘WEINLESE’

RHODODENDRON ‘WEINLESE’

RHODODENDRON ‘DIADEM’ RHODODENDRON ‘DR. H.C. DRESSELHUYS’ RHODODENDRON ‘WALKÜRE’ RHODODENDRON ‘CATHARINA VAN TOL’

VAN DEN BERK RHODODENDRON GMBH | 19 Large flowered hybrids

RHODODENDRON ‘ENGLISH ROSEUM’

20 | VAN DEN BERK RHODODENDRON GMBH RHODODENDRON ‘HUMBOLDT’ RHODODENDRON ‘JANET BLAIR’ RHODODENDRON ‘HOLSTEIN’ RHODODENDRON ‘LIBRETTO’

RHODODENDRON ‘CATAWBIENSE BOURSAULT’ RHODODENDRON ‘LEE’S DARK PURPLE’

RHODODENDRON ‘MOGAMBO’

VAN DEN BERK RHODODENDRON GMBH | 21 Large flowered hybrids

RHODODENDRON ‘BLUE PETER’

RHODODENDRON ‘DURANTIK’ RHODODENDRON ‘BLUTOPIA’ RHODODENDRON ‘ALFRED’ RHODODENDRON ‘BLUE PETER’

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RHODODENDRON ‘AZURRO’ RHODODENDRON PONTICUM ‘GRAZIELLA’ RHODODENDRON ‘SEPTEMBERCHARM’ RHODODENDRON ‘INKAHRO DUFTHECKE LILA’

VAN DEN BERK RHODODENDRON GMBH | 23 Large flowered hybrids

RHODODENDRON ‘PURPUREUM ELEGANS’ RHODODENDRON ‘MARKGRAF’ RHODODENDRON ‘SUSAN’ RHODODENDRON ‘MARCEL MENARD’

RHODODENDRON ‘GOLDFLIMMER’ RHODODENDRON ‘GOLDFLIMMER’ RHODODENDRON ‘BLAUE JUNGS’

RHODODENDRON ‘TAMARINDOS’ RHODODENDRON ‘METALLICA’

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VAN DEN BERK RHODODENDRON GMBH | 25 Large flowered hybrids

RHODODENDRON ‘MRS. P. DEN OUDEN’ RHODODENDRON ‘OLD PORT’ RHODODENDRON ‘BERLINER LIEBE’ RHODODENDRON ‘NOVA ZEMBLA’

RHODODENDRON ‘HACHMANN’S FEUERSCHEIN’ RHODODENDRON ‘ERATO’ RHODODENDRON ‘KARL NAUE’ RHODODENDRON ‘BLINKLICHT’

RHODODENDRON ‘SAMMETGLUT’ RHODODENDRON ‘JUNIFEUER’ RHODODENDRON ‘TORERO’ ® RHODODENDRON ‘SUN FIRE’

26 | VAN DEN BERK RHODODENDRON GMBH RHODODENDRON ‘NOVA ZEMBLA’ & RHODODENDRON ‘CATAWBIENSE BOURSAULT’

VAN DEN BERK RHODODENDRON GMBH | 27 Yakushimanum hybrids

RHODODENDRON ‘EDELWEISS’ RHODODENDRON ‘MIST MAIDEN’ RHODODENDRON ‘SCHNEEKRONE’

RHODODENDRON ‘YAKU ANGEL’ RHODODENDRON ‘SCHNEEKISSEN’

RHODODENDRON ‘MAKIYAK’ RHODODENDRON ‘MAKIYAK’ RHODODENDRON ‘CENTENNIAL GOLD’ RHODODENDRON ‘FLAVA’

28 | VAN DEN BERK RHODODENDRON GMBH RHODODENDRON ‘PERCY WISEMAN’ RHODODENDRON ‘SILBERWOLKE’ RHODODENDRON ‘POLARIS’

RHODODENDRON ‘KOICHIRO WADA’ RHODODENDRON ‘PINK CHERUB’

RHODODENDRON ‘NICOLETTA’ RHODODENDRON ‘KALINKA’

VAN DEN BERK RHODODENDRON GMBH | 29 Yakushimanum hybrids

RHODODENDRON ‘BOHLKEN’S LUPINENBERG’ RHODODENDRON ‘BLURETTIA’ RHODODENDRON ‘ASTRID’ RHODODENDRON ‘FANTASTICA’

RHODODENDRON ‘MORGENROT’ RHODODENDRON ‘ANUSCHKA’

RHODODENDRON ‘TORO TORO’ RHODODENDRON ‘LAMPION’

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VAN DEN BERK RHODODENDRON GMBH | 31 Azaleas

RHODODENDRON ‘MÖWE’ RHODODENDRON ‘PERSIL’ RHODODENDRON ‘WESTON’S INNOCENCE’

RHODODENDRON ‘WHITETHROAT’ RHODODENDRON ‘PERSIL’

RHODODENDRON ‘MÖWE’ RHODODENDRON LUTEUM RHODODENDRON ‘GOLDEN SUNSET’ RHODODENDRON ‘GOLDTOPAS’

32 | VAN DEN BERK RHODODENDRON GMBH RHODODENDRON LUTEUM RHODODENDRON ‘BARSELICK’

RHODODENDRON ‘CANNON’S DOUBLE’

RHODODENDRON ‘FEUERWERK’ RHODODENDRON ‘BERRYROSE’ RHODODENDRON ‘FIREGLOW’ RHODODENDRON ‘GOLDEN EAGLE’

VAN DEN BERK RHODODENDRON GMBH | 33 Azaleas

RHODODENDRON ‘GIBRALTAR’ RHODODENDRON ‘RUMBA’ RHODODENDRON ‘RUMBA

RHODODENDRON ‘SUNTE NECTARINE’ RHODODENDRON ‘FIREBALL’

RHODODENDRON ‘QUIET THOUGHTS’ RHODODENDRON ‘QUIET THOUGHTS’ RHODODENDRON ‘NABUCCO’ RHODODENDRON ‘SATAN’

34 | VAN DEN BERK RHODODENDRON GMBH RHODODENDRON ‘CORNEILLE’ RHODODENDRON ‘FANNY’ RHODODENDRON ‘JOLIE MADAME’

RHODODENDRON ‘WESTON’S SPARKLER’ RHODODENDRON ‘PINK DELIGHT’

RHODODENDRON ‘PARKFEUER’ RHODODENDRON ‘MILENNIUM’ RHODODENDRON ‘HOMEBUSH’ RHODODENDRON ‘SOIR DE PARIS’

VAN DEN BERK RHODODENDRON GMBH | 35 Plant and care

Just like any other plants, rhododendrons When planting, it is wise to pay attention to a few things: the first two years after planting, deadheading the flowers need light, water and nutrients. A growing site Do not plant too deep. The roots need oxygen and the upper will also help the plant to grow vigorously again in its new part of the root ball needs to be level with the surface location. with light shade, for example under oak or fir rather than buried beneath the soil. trees, is ideal. Deciduous azaleas are particu- Dig the planting hole at least double the diameter of the Rhododendrons thrive best if the soil they are in is not too larly suited to sunny planting sites. If the soil root ball. wet and excess water can drain away quickly. After plant- Fill the planting hole with peat or, depending on the acidity ing, they need to be watered during dry periods in spring is moist enough, yakushimanum hybrids also of the soil, with a blend of 50% peat and 50% soil that you and summer. However, do not over water them! do well in sunny planting sites. dug out from the hole. Press the soil down well but not too firmly. Finally, a rhododendron has shallow roots so avoid tilling Acidic, humic soil is important for all rhododendrons. The the soil close to the plant as this may damage the plant. soil at the new location can be enriched with peat but other Plants that have enough nutrients are less prone to materials, such as composted bark, rotting leaves or pine disease and pests. For this reason, fertilise your rhodo- needles, are suitable too. Do not use compost because dendrons twice a year; once in the early part of the year with an average pH value of 8 it is too alkaline. We recom- and once in summer. You can use mineral fertiliser or an mend enriching loam soils especially well and make sure it organic fertiliser such as horn shavings. is properly drained to avoid water stagnation. We recommend applying a mulch layer of peat dust and/or Autumn is a suitable time for planting rhododendrons. leaves or pine needles each year to stop the soil drying out They can be planted from September until the end of too quickly. This layer may not be thicker than 2-3 cm. November depending on the weather. When the ground is still warm the plants can quickly take root and grow For best results you might consider deadheading the fading strongly in the following year. The early part of the year, flowers so the plant does not waste any energy on as soon as the soil is frost-free, is also a good time for formation and more new buds will develop. The rhodo- planting rhododendrons. dendron will then be in full bloom the following year. For

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Rhododendron ‘Alfred’ 6b 3-4 Rhododendron ‘Antje’ 6b 3-4 Rhododendron ‘Anuschka’ 5b 1 Rhododendron ‘Arktis’ 4 2 Rhododendron ‘Astrid’ 6a 2 Rhododendron ‘Azurro’ 5a 2 Rhododendron ‘Barselick’ 4 1 Rhododendron ‘Bellini’ 7 2 Rhododendron ‘Berliner Liebe’ 6b 3-4 Rhododendron ‘Berryrose’ 4 1 Rhododendron ‘Bismarck’ 6a 3-4 Rhododendron ‘Blaue Jungs’ 6b 2 Rhododendron ‘Blinklicht’ 6b 3-4 Rhododendron ‘Blue Peter’ 6b 2 Rhododendron ‘Blurettia’ 5b 1 Rhododendron ‘Blutopia’ 4 2 Rhododendron ‘Bohlken’s Lupinenberg’ 5b 2 Rhododendron ‘Boule de Neige’ 5b 2 Rhododendron ‘Brasilia’ 6b 3-4 Rhododendron ‘Brigitte’ 6a 3-4 Rhododendron ‘Cannon’s Double’ 4 2 Rhododendron ‘Catawbiense Album’ 5b 2 Rhododendron ‘Catawbiense Boursault’ 5a 1 Rhododendron ‘Catawbiense Grandiflorum’ 4 1 Rhododendron ‘Catharina van Tol’ 6a 2 Rhododendron ‘Centennial Gold’ 5b 2 Rhododendron ‘Corneille’ 4 2 Rhododendron ‘Cunningham’s White’ 5b 1 Rhododendron ‘Dagmar’ 6a 3-4 Rhododendron ‘Diadem’ 6a 3-4 Rhododendron ‘Dr H.C. Dresselhuys’ 6a 2 Rhododendron ‘Duke of York’ 6a 2 Rhododendron ‘Durantik’ 6a 2

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Rhododendron ‘Edelweiß’ 5a 2 Rhododendron ‘English Roseum’ 5b 1 Rhododendron ‘Erato’’ 6a 3-4 Rhododendron ‘Fanny’ 4 2 Rhododendron ‘Fantastica’ 5b 1 Rhododendron ‘Feuerwerk’ 4 1 Rhododendron ‘Fireball’ 4 1 Rhododendron ‘Fireglow’ 4 2 Rhododendron ‘Flava’ 5b 1 Rhododendron ‘Furnivall’s Daughter’ 6b 3-4 Rhododendron ‘Gibraltar’ 4 1 Rhododendron ‘Goldbukett’ 5a 3-4 Rhododendron ‘Golden Eagle’ 4 1 Rhododendron ‘Golden Sunset’ 4 2 Rhododendron ‘Goldflimmer’ 6b 3-4 Rhododendron ‘Goldinetta’ 6a 3-4 Rhododendron ‘Goldtopas’ 4 2 Rhododendron ‘Gomer Waterer’ 5b 2 Rhododendron ‘Graffito’ 5b 3-4 Rhododendron ‘Hachmann’s Charmant’’ 6a 3-4 Rhododendron ‘Hachmann’s Feuerschein’ 6a 3-4 Rhododendron ‘Helen Schiffner’ 6a 3-4 Rhododendron ‘Herbstfreude’ 6a 3-4 Rhododendron ‘Herbstgruß’ 6a 3-4 Rhododendron ‘Holstein’ 6a 3-4 Rhododendron ‘Homebush’ 4 2 Rhododendron ‘Homer’ 6a 3-4 Rhododendron ‘Humboldt’ 6b 2 Rhododendron ‘INKAHRO Dufthecke’ gelb 5b 1 Rhododendron ‘INKAHRO Dufthecke’ lila 5b 1 Rhododendron ‘INKAHRO Dufthecke’ weiß 5b 1 Rhododendron ‘Janet Blair’ 6a 3-4 Rhododendron ‘Jolie Madame’ 4 2

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Rhododendron ‘Junifeuer’ 6a 3-4 Rhododendron ‘Kalinka’ 5b 1 Rhododendron ‘Karl Naue’ 5b 2 Rhododendron ‘Koichiro Wada’ 4 2 Rhododendron ‘Kokardia’ 6a 3-4 Rhododendron ‘Lady Annette de Trafford’ 6a 2 Rhododendron ‘Lampion’ 6a 2 Rhododendron ‘Lee’s Dark Purple’ 5b 2 Rhododendron ‘Libretto’ 5b 3-4 Rhododendron luteum 4 2 Rhododendron ‘Madame Masson’ 5b 2 Rhododendron ‘Makiyak’ 5b 2 Rhododendron ‘Marcel Menard’ 5b 3-4 Rhododendron ‘Markgraf’ 5b 2 Rhododendron ‘Metallica’ 6a 3-4 Rhododendron ‘Millennium’ 4 2 Rhododendron ‘Mist Maiden’ 5a 2 Rhododendron ‘Mogambo’ 5a 2 Rhododendron ‘Morgenrot’ 6a 1 Rhododendron ‘Möwe’ 4 2 Rhododendron ‘Mrs P. den Ouden’ 5b 2 Rhododendron ‘Nabucco’ 4 2 Rhododendron ‘Nicoletta’ 5b 2 Rhododendron ‘Nova Zembla’ 5b 2 Rhododendron ‘Old Port’ 5b 2 Rhododendron ‘Parkfeuer’ 4 1 Rhododendron ‘Percy Wiseman’ 6a 1 Rhododendron ‘Persil’ 4 2 Rhododendron ‘Pink Cherub’ 5b 1 Rhododendron ‘Pink Delight’ 4 1 Rhododendron ‘Polaris’ 5b 1 Rhododendron ponticum ‘Graziella’ 6b 3-4 Rhododendron ‘Prinses Maxima’ 6b 3-4

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Rhododendron ‘Progres’ 5b 2 Rhododendron ‘Purpureum Elegans’ 5b 2 Rhododendron ‘Quiet Thoughts’ 5a 2 Rhododendron ‘Rasputin’ 5b 3-4 Rhododendron ‘Rasteder Schloßperle’ 5b 2 Rhododendron ‘Rumba’ 4 2 Rhododendron ‘Sammetglut’ 6b 2 Rhododendron ‘Satan’ 4 1 Rhododendron ‘Schneebukett’ 6a 3-4 Rhododendron ‘Schneekissen’ 5b 1 Rhododendron Schneekrone 6a 1 Rhododendron ‘Scintillation’ 5b 3-4 Rhododendron ‘Septembercharm’ 5b 3-4 Rhododendron ‘Silberwolke’ 5b 1 Rhododendron ‘Simona’ 6b 2 Rhododendron ‘Sneezy’ 6a 1 Rhododendron ‘Soir de Paris’ 4 2 Rhododendron ‘Stadt Westerstede’ 6a 3-4 Rhododendron ‘Sun Fire’ 6b 3-4 Rhododendron ‘Sunte Nectarine’ 4 2 Rhododendron ‘Susan’ 6b 3-4 Rhododendron ‘Tamarindos’ 5b 2 Rhododendron ‘Torero’ 6a 3-4 Rhododendron ‘Toro Toro’ 5b 2 Rhododendron ‘Viscy’ 7 3-4 Rhododendron ‘Walküre’ ® 5b 3-4 Rhododendron ‘Weinlese’ 5b 3-4 Rhododendron ‘Weston’s Innocence’ 5a 2 Rhododendron ‘Weston’s Sparkler’ 5a 2 Rhododendron ‘Whitethroat’ 4 2 Rhododendron ‘Yaku Angel’ 5b 2

VAN DEN BERK RHODODENDRON GMBH | 43 Where to find us in the Netherlands and Germany

Bremerhaven Hamburg

Van den Berk Rhododendron GmbH

Groningen Bremen

the Netherlands Hannover Osnabrück Amsterdam Enschede

Utrecht Germany Rotterdam Münster

Weeze Van den Berk VanVan den den Berk Berk Baumschulen GeldernGeldern GmbH GmbH Dortmund

Eindhoven Venlo Antwerpen Düsseldorf

Köln

Brussel Maastricht Aachen

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