Purple Gem Rhododendron
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- spring flowers
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- in a landscape in spring
A dwarf form, with small, slightly aromatic blue-green leaves. The bright purple flowers appear in mid-season. Sun tolerant. Great in a rock garden, as an edging, or foundation planting. H-1. It prefers partial shade to full sun, and moist, cool, acidic well-drained organic soil. Removal of spent blossoms encourages new growth and future flowers.
- Common Name: Purple Gem Rhododendron
- Height: 2' tall
- Spread: 3' wide
- Type: Evergreen
- Zone: 4 - 8
