Buy Rhododendron 'Persuasion'

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 6'-8'
W: 6'-8'

planting zones

7a-10a

6-9 inch | $34.75

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Fewer than 15 at Bloom River Gardens

9-12 inch | $40.75

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Fewer than 15 at Bloom River Gardens

15-18 inch | $80.75

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Fewer than 15 at Bloom River Gardens

18-24 inch | $80.75

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Rhododendron 'Persuasion' plant details

Rhododendron 'Persuasion' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring lavender, red and white flowers emerge. 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 'Persuasion'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 FT - 8 FT - wide, 6 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: lavender, red and white blooms in spring
Uses: woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron 'Persuasion'

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

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Though the primary color is white these large trusses have a significant, and spectacular, lavender edge with red spotting on the dorsal lobe. New, large leaves emerge each spring with a bronze overlay maturing to an olive-green.