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Plant type

shrub

size

H: 5'-7'
W: 5'-7'

planting zones

7a-10a

6-9 inch | $34.75

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15-18 inch | $70.75

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18-24 inch | $80.75

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Rhododendron 'Midnight' plant details

Rhododendron 'Midnight' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring magenta and purple flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - dappled shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in acidic, average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhododendron 'Midnight'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 5 FT - 7 FT - wide, 5 FT - 7 FT - tall
Flowers: magenta and purple blooms in spring
Uses: woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron 'Midnight'

USDA Zones: 7a - 10a
Sun exposure: mostly sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer, rabbit and snail / slug, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, average, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Red-purple flowers heavily spotted with red on the dorsal lobe and along the midribs. Intense purple-black deep in the throat. Ball-shaped trusses rest on a bed of glossy leaves. Gorgeous.

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Gardening facts about Rhododendron 'Midnight' plant

How to Grow Rhododendron 'Midnight'

Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - dappled shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- acidic
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant

Features

Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- purple
- magenta
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
- snail / slug resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glossy