rhododendron
Rhododendron platypodum
USDA zones6 to 9
SunNeeds partial sun (4 to 6 hours)
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size4 to 6 feet tall5 to 8 feet wide
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- Lavender
Notes
Rhododendron (Rhododendron platypodum) is a shrub that suits smaller gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 6, or down to -10°F (-23°C). This plant likes part sun and average moisture. Lavender flowers open in early to late spring, and it blooms well from a young age. The leaves are thick and rounded. New growth has a blue-green tint.
Pairs well with Autumn fern, Speedwell, and Spice bush.