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    Rhododendron 'Peter Alan'

    Also Known As

    • Rhododendron 'Peter Allen'

    Plant type

    shrub

    size

    • H: 5'-8'
    • W: 5'-8'

    planting zones

    • 7a-9b

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    Rhododendron 'Peter Alan' plant details

    Rhododendron 'Peter Alan' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring purple flowers emerge. 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 'Peter Alan'

    Plant type: shrub
    Plant family: ericaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 5 FT - 8 FT - wide, 5 FT - 8 FT - tall
    Flowers: purple blooms in spring
    Uses: border plant, woodland garden, year round interest

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron 'Peter Alan'

    USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
    Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
    Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
    Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    An outstanding rhododendron that won the "Best Blue" award 1982, Great Lakes Chapter, ARS. Glossy, deep green foliage densely covers the vigorous grower. The broad, upright plant has purplish blue flowers accented with a darker eye. (['Blue Peter' x 'Purple Splendour'] x 'Blue Perfecta')

    By: Greer Gardens Inc.

    Blue-purple flowers accented with a dark eye.

    By: Thompson's Nursery

    Gardening facts about Rhododendron 'Peter Alan' plant

    How to Grow Rhododendron 'Peter Alan'

    • Sun Exposure

      • mostly 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

      • deer resistant

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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