Rhododendron 'Electra's Son'

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 3'-6'
W: 3'-6'

planting zones

8a-9b

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Rhododendron 'Electra's Son' plant details

Rhododendron 'Electra's Son' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring lavender flowers emerge. 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 'Electra's Son'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 6 FT - wide, 3 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron 'Electra's Son'

USDA Zones: 8a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Lavender flowers with greenish-yellow blotch. Easily grown. Excellent foliage. Free flowering.

By: Thompson's Nursery

This plant sports 3" lavender flowers with reddish-lavender on the outside. Each one also has a yellowish-green blotch on the upper lobe. It blooms in trusses of 4, with 4 flowers in each truss.