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Also Known As

  • Rhododendron hybrid 'Fastuosum Flore Pleno'
  • Rhododendron x 'Fastuosum Flore Pleno'
  • Fastuosum Flore Pleno Rhododendron

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 6'-7'
  • W: 7'-8'

planting zones

  • 5b-9b

9-12 inch | $40.75

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Rhododendron 'Fastuosum Flore Pleno' plant details

Rhododendron 'Fastuosum Flore Pleno' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring purple flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with 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 'Fastuosum Flore Pleno'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 7 FT - 8 FT - wide, 6 FT - 7 FT - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, dense, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron 'Fastuosum Flore Pleno'

USDA Zones: 5b - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Has been in production for over 150 years! Sells because of its statuesque habit and unique double flowers.
Lavender blue double flowers with greenish-yellow blotch, prefers humusy soil, regular water. Zones 6-9.
Double, lavender-blue flowers with a large golden flare on the upper dorsal lobe give extra interest to this hardy, sun tolerant hybrid. The growth habit is somewhat open but round on this fine plant. Its good foliage is dense and green.

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

Double lavender-blue with golden flare.

Gardening facts about Rhododendron 'Fastuosum Flore Pleno' plant

How to Grow Rhododendron 'Fastuosum Flore Pleno'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • purple
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy
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