Rhododendron 'Bashful'

Rhododendron 'Bashful' features funnel-shaped flowers measuring 2⅜ inches across, with interiors softly tinted pale pink and a pale purplish-pink center, complemented by vivid orange-yellow to moderate yellow spotting that fades to off-white as the blooms mature. Each ball-shaped cluster contains 16 blossoms. The plant displays dull, mid-green leaves around 4 inches long and exhibits an open, spreading growth habit. It is hardy down to -5°F (-21°C), making it suitable for colder climates.