Buy Rhododendron 'True Blue'

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 5'
W: 5'

planting zones

6a-8b

6-9 inch | $34.75

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Rhododendron 'True Blue' plant details

Rhododendron 'True Blue' 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.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhododendron 'True Blue'

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 'True Blue'

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

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Trusses of lavender-blue with pale blue in the throat and subtle spotting on the dorsal lobe.

By: Bloom River Gardens

This plant has good plant habit and will grace your garden with trusses of lavender blue. A new introduction from Jim Smith of Mapleton, Oregon, you will surely want to get this plant. ([degronianum ssp. yakushimanum x campanulatum] x 'Black Eye')