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Minus icon Plant Type Shrubs
Minus icon Height Extra Tall 4-8'
Minus icon Spacing Plant 4-8' apart
Minus icon Bloom Time Mid-Spring to Late Spring
Minus icon Sun / Shade Full Sun to Mostly Sunny
Minus icon Growing Zones 4-8
Minus icon Soil Type Normal, Acidic
Minus icon Water Needs Medium
Minus icon Sold In Plantable Pots (3.5x3.5x4")
These varieties have been proven in trials around the world to be vigorous and easy to grow. Best of all, Proven Winners are known to be absolutely covered with vibrant, long-blooming flowers.
Rhododendron x 'Dandy Man® Purple ' (PP26,976 'LAVJ2011')
Rhododendrons, cherished for their showy, abundant spring blooms, offer reliable early-season color even in cold climates. These evergreen shrubs provide year-round interest with glossy foliage that creates an attractive backdrop for other garden plants. The flowers appear in dense clusters called trusses and are beautiful in cut flower arrangements. Their tolerance for partial shade makes them ideal for brightening corners of the garden or areas near buildings where other flowering shrubs might struggle. Versatile as woodland garden plants, accent specimens, foundation plantings, or in mixed borders.
For best results, plant in full sun to part shade in an area protected from strong winter winds. Plant in rich, well-draining acidic soil with abundant organic matter. Keep roots cool and moist with a 2-3 inch layer of mulch, but keep it back from touching the trunk. Water regularly during the first growing season to establish a strong root system. Very slow growth rate requires little to no pruning. May be pruned selectively as needed but avoid habitual pruning or cutting back. Simply remove any dead or damaged branches after flowering. Fertilize lightly in spring if needed, using an acid-forming fertilizer formulated for rhododendrons.
Our plants are grown in 3.5x3.5x4” plantable pots. Made from 100% biodegradable coconut husk fibers (coir), these pots have tremendous advantages over plastic pots. With better air exchange, this "breathable" pot fosters robust root growth and reduces transplant shock since you can plant the pots directly in the ground. The pot naturally becomes part of the soil on its own over time—no composting required—and since they're made from a renewable resource that requires very little energy, they're earth-friendly too!
We offer a 100% guarantee for all our perennials to reach you in good condition and to grow. If you're not satisfied, we'll reship or refund immediately. Please don't hesitate to contact us if you have questions or concerns—we share your passion for gardening and want your new plants to thrive in your border!
We use custom, earth-friendly packaging to make sure your order arrives in great condition, and we ship based on the best planting time for your growing zone (see the approximate dates below), unless otherwise indicated at checkout. If you wish, you can indicate a specific ship date during checkout.
