Rhododendron 'Lee's Dark Purple'

Rhododendron

Bloom Period: 

May

Light:

Shade – Part Sun

Water:

Medium – Wet

Size:

Height 4 – 6’  Width 4 – 8’

Zone:

5 – 8

Patent:

None

Clusters of very dark purple buds open to frilly-edged, red-violet flowers in late spring. Wavy, forest-green leaves, densely foliaged branches, and a strong, upright habit make this an appealing old favorite. Attracts butterflies; rabbit resistant.