Buy Rhododendron 'Dorothy Amateis'

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 5'
W: 5'

planting zones

5b-8b

9-12 inch | $40.75

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Rhododendron 'Dorothy Amateis' plant details

Rhododendron 'Dorothy Amateis' 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 - regular water. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhododendron 'Dorothy Amateis'

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 'Dorothy Amateis'

USDA Zones: 5b - 8b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer, rabbit and snail / slug, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Large trusses of dark purple, frilled flowers with an even darker purple eye. Stamen tips are white to provide even more contrast. Olive-green leaves are held upright making it easier to see down the throats of the flowers.

By: Bloom River Gardens

Here is a purple that is hardy to all but the most severe climates. The large trusses are deep purple with a deeper purple eye. It shows the influence of 'Purple Splendour', but it gained the hardiness from 'America'. The foliage is a matte olive-green, and the leaves are held in an upright position, making a vigorous looking plant. If you are a purple lover, you'll like this one. ('America' x 'Purple Splendour')