Resistance to Low and Negative Temperatures of Rhododendrons (Rhododendron) in the Botanical Garden of Siauliai University in 2002-2007

Abstract

Rhododendrons are not native to Lithuania, but are often cultivated in botanical gardens, various public and private green plantations. Resistance to low temperatures are among the most important criteria in evaluating the condition of the rhododendron collection in the Botanical Garden of SU. The research initiated in the SU Botanical Garden will help in the selection and propagation of ornamental and tolerant to low temperatures representatives of species and cultivars, suitable for cultivation in northern Lithuania.

Keywords

• �U Botanical Garden
• rhododendron
• low temperature