Available in one or two nurseries in UK and in Europe.
Raised by Georg Arends of Ronsdorf Germany in 1920.
A japonica hybrid.

An attractive low growing early flowing form which is paler than some of the other japonica hybrids so is not as popular as the redder forms.
Is not very vigorous but is worthy of a place in the garden.
Has been used for forcing for the pot plant industry in Germany and Holland.

Low – 31-60cm

Early – 1st-15th July

colour Light purple
shape Rhomboidal
Density Moderately dense
density of flowers   Moderately dense
Colour Dark green
Nodes Colour Red and swollen
Surface   Glossy