Rhododendron 'Polarnacht' (Polar Night) (Rhododendron) Evergreen, dark purple flowers, #2 - Size Container

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Rhododendron Features

• It is fully rooted in the soil and can be planted immediately upon arrival, weather permitting. Planting and how-to-care instructions will arrive with shipment.

• For Best results, plant in used zones 6-8. Mature Height is 2-3ft, mature spread is 5-6ft.

• Leathery, dark Green leaves with nearly Black buds open to dark Purple flowers.

• Nearly Black buds open to frilly dark Purple flowers.

• Grows well in partial sun or full shade.

About Rhododendron

"Rhododendron `polar night` unique form, bud color, & flower color will make this Rhododendron an unforgettable landscape experience. Tight, low & spreading, this broadleaf Rhododendron will mature twice as wide as tall with a pleasing form that is perfect where height issues are paramount. Leathery, dark green leaves populate its branches & serve as the backdrop for striking, bulbous, branch ending buds that turn nearly black as they expand in mid to late may to expose the first glimpses of flowers color. When the buds open fully, frilly deep, dark Purple flowers form huge trusses that cover the plant with this rare, very showy color. What a sight & what a perfect, well behaved plant for morning sun/afternoon shade conditions! grow tips plant in partial sun location, preferably one with morning sun & afternoon shade & protected by winter winds. Likes enriched, well-drained soil & mulch."