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Spring Rhododendron blooms in December, worries experts

In rhododendron landscapes of Uttarakhand, like Chaurangi Khal in Uttarkashi, located at about 7,000 feet above sea level, and Jakholi in Rudraprayag, at over 5,000 feet, the premature blooming of the flowers has been observed by locals, worrying scientists and experts. Rhododendron, a small red flower popularly called ‘burhans’, their blooming peaks in March-April once the temperature settles around 15-20°C.