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Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 7'
  • W: 7'

planting zones

  • 7a-9a

9-12 inch | $40.75

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Rhododendron augustinii 'Royal Purple' plant details

Rhododendron augustinii 'Royal Purple' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring blue and lavender flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - bright shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhododendron augustinii 'Royal Purple'

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron augustinii 'Royal Purple'

USDA Zones: 7a - 9a
Sun exposure: mostly sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer, rabbit and snail / slug
Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Tough to beat the flower production on an augustinii and this particular selection may top them all. Rich, purple flowers smother this plant each spring and last several weeks. It will get taller then the rated 7-feet as many times will reach upwards to 10-12 feet.

Gardening facts about Rhododendron augustinii 'Royal Purple' plant

How to Grow Rhododendron augustinii 'Royal Purple'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - bright shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • blue
    • lavender
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • deer resistant
    • snail / slug resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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