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Plant type

shrub

size

H: 5'
W: 5'

planting zones

5b-9b

6-9 inch | $34.75

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Fewer than 20 at Bloom River Gardens

9-12 inch | $40.75

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Rhododendron 'Blutopia' plant details

Rhododendron 'Blutopia' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring purple flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly 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 'Blutopia'

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron 'Blutopia'

USDA Zones: 5b - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly 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

Trusses are composed of 12-15 wavy, vibrant purple blooms. Each flower has pronounced greenish-yellow spotting on the dorsal lobe.

By: Bloom River Gardens

Trusses are composed of 12-15 wavy, vibrant purple blooms. Each flower has pronounced greenish-yellow spotting on the dorsal lobe. ('Catawbiense Grandiflorum' x 'A. Bedford')