Buy Rhododendron 'Blue Jay'

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 5'-7'
W: 5'

planting zones

6a-9b

12-15 inch | $60.75

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Fewer than 20 at Bloom River Gardens

9-12 inch | $40.75

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18-24 inch | $80.75

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15-18 inch | $70.75

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Rhododendron 'Blue Jay' plant details

Rhododendron 'Blue Jay' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring lavender flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhododendron 'Blue Jay'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 5 FT wide, 5 FT - 7 FT - tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron 'Blue Jay'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Bright green leaves sport profuse lavender-blue flowers with pansy-violet edges and a distinctive dahlia-purple blotch. The plant does well in full sun.

By: Bloom River Gardens

A heat and sun tolerant rhododendron well worth choosing for its beauty alone! The profuse flowers are lavender-blue with pansy-violet edges and a distinctive dahlia-purple blotch. The plant is vigorous and covered with bright green foliage. (selected ponticum seedling)