Buy Rhododendron 'Crater Lake'

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 5'
W: 5'

planting zones

6b-9b

9-12 inch | $40.75

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Fewer than 17 at Bloom River Gardens

24-30 inch | $100.75

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Fewer than 19 at Bloom River Gardens

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Rhododendron 'Crater Lake' plant details

Rhododendron 'Crater Lake' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring blue and 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 'Crater Lake'

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron 'Crater Lake'

USDA Zones: 6b - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: deer, rabbit and snail / slug, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Small, single flowers held in groups of three burst forth an electric blue with lighter blue throats. New foliage is bronze, changing to green. This hybrid came from Dr. Carl H. Phetteplace of Eugene, Oregon.

By: Bloom River Gardens

This hybrid from Dr. Carl H. Phetteplace is a real spellbinder. Flowers are electric blue, flat and saucer shaped, with ruffled edges. They are held in groups of three, with many on a single branch. New foliage is bronze, changing to an Irish green with maturity. Once you see it, you will definitely want to add one to your collection. (augustinii 'Barto Blue' x 'Blue Bird')