Buy Rhododendron 'Lee's Dark Purple'

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 6'
W: 6'

planting zones

5b-9b

9-12 inch | $40.75

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Fewer than 20 at Bloom River Gardens

18-24 inch | $80.75

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Rhododendron 'Lee's Dark Purple' plant details

Rhododendron 'Lee's Dark Purple' 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.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhododendron 'Lee's Dark Purple'

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron 'Lee's Dark Purple'

USDA Zones: 5b - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Purple flowers with dark purple edging and brown spotting on the dorsal lobe. Leaves are dark green and recurved. Has stood the test of time as its been in production since 1851.

By: Bloom River Gardens

Dark purple flowers and attractive wavy foliage. Reliable and heat tolerant. Late-midseason bloom. Upright habit.

By: Briggs Plant Propagators

This is an old reliable hybrid, popular for many years. The foliage is handsome, dark and wavy. Dark purple flowers cover this plant that's been a favorite since 1851. (catawbiense hybrid)