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Rh. 'Helene Schiffner'
Rh. 'Helene Schiffner'
Beautiful pure white flowers in a round truss of about 12-14 from buds tinged with lilac. A slow growing and compact plant it will reach about 1.0-1.2m. Easily recognised by the red petiole on the deep, green leaves, which are pointed and contrast with the purple stems. (October)

Rh. 'H.L. Carsen'
Rh. 'H.L. Carsen'

Rh. 'Homestead'
Rh. 'Homestead'
A New Zealand hybrid (Ilam hybrid No. 2) 'Homestead' is a lower growing, sprawling bush that will reach 1.5m in time. The deep red flowers are held in rounded trusses. (October)

Rh. 'Honeymoon'
Rh 'Honeymoon'
Showing its wardii parentage, 'Honeymoon' has green-yellow buds that open pale yellow, becoming greenish as they fade. The truss is of 12-14 flowers. Prefers a sheltered position with light shade. Grows to about 1.3-1.5m. (September)

Rh. 'Horizon Monarch'
Rh. 'Horizon Monarch'

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