Rhododendron 'Lavendula'

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 3'
W: 3'

planting zones

5b-9b

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Rhododendron 'Lavendula' plant details

Rhododendron 'Lavendula' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring lavender flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. 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 'Lavendula'

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron 'Lavendula'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Wavy-edged flowers open an intense lavender with dark purple spotting on the upper lobe. Nice compact growing shrub with aromatic foliage.

By: Bloom River Gardens

Lavender flowers, disproportionate to the size of the plant, cover this lovely, upright, compact shrub. The flowers are large, intense and very showy sitting upon aromatic foliage. ([russatum x saluenense] x rubiginosum)