Rhododendron 'Kathie Jo'

Also Known As

Rhododendron 'Cathy Joe'
Rhododendron 'Kathie Joe'

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 5'-6'
W: 5'-6'

planting zones

6b-8b

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Rhododendron 'Kathie Jo' plant details

Rhododendron 'Kathie Jo' 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 - 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 'Kathie Jo'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 5 FT - 6 FT - wide, 5 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron 'Kathie Jo'

USDA Zones: 6b - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Flowers open a dark wine red with wavy lobes that recurve highlighting the intense purple-black blotch on the dorsal lobe. Leaves are a dark forest green. Also, incorrectly sold as 'Cathy Jo' and 'Kathy Jo'. At least people get the second part of the name right!

By: Bloom River Gardens

Deep wine-purple.

By: Thompson's Nursery

This is the same plant that has been mistakenly sold as 'Cathy Jo'. The correct name is 'Kathie Jo'. A deep wine-purple flower with each lobe folding back to form a very flat face. A delightful rhododendron that has great foliage and is well worth a place in your garden. (['Purple Splendour' x 'Britannia'] x ponticum hybrid)