Rhododendron 'PJM Elite'

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 5'
W: 5'

planting zones

4a-8b

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Rhododendron 'PJM Elite' plant details

Rhododendron 'PJM Elite' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring lavender flowers emerge. Attracts bees and beneficial insects making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and even moisture water. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhododendron 'PJM Elite'

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron 'PJM Elite'

USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture

Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Attractive evergreen shrub with bright, lavender-pink blooms in early midseason. The foliage turns bronzish-red in winter.

By: Garden World

This is the latest to bloom and generally the most vigorous and upright-growing of the PJM clones. Flowers are the usual lavender-pink in early spring. Very cold hardy and heat tolerant. Lepidote.