Buy Rhododendron 'Gletschernacht'

Also Known As

Rhododendron 'Starry Night'

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 3'
W: 3'

planting zones

7a-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 'Gletschernacht' plant details

Rhododendron 'Gletschernacht' 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 sun - bright shade and even moisture water. Does well in acidic and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhododendron 'Gletschernacht'

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron 'Gletschernacht'

USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Very dark violet flowers cover the small, bronze-green, slightly twisted leaves. Incorrectly sold in the U.S. as 'Starry Night'.

By: Bloom River Gardens

Very deep violet flowers are specially showy on this fine hybrid. The small, scaly leaves are somewhat bronzy-green and have an attractive twist. It is usually sold in the U.S. as 'Starry Night', however 'Gletschernacht' is it's true name.