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Plant type

shrub

size

H: 5'
W: 5'

planting zones

6a-8b

6-9 inch | $34.75

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9-12 inch | $40.75

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Rhododendron 'Black Eye' plant details

Rhododendron 'Black Eye' 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. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhododendron 'Black Eye'

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron 'Black Eye'

USDA Zones: 6a - 8b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Purple-red flowers open mid May and extend into June. A sister seedling of ‘Red Eye’, this rugged plant stands sun well and blooms young. The flowers have a distinct "black eye" on the upper lobe.

By: Bloom River Gardens

A sister seedling of 'Red Eye', this rugged plant stands sun well and blooms young. The deep red-purple flowers have a distinct "black eye" on the upper lobe. A great plant. ('Anah Kruschke' x 'Purple Splendour')