rhododendron 'purple passion'* magenta

rhododendron 'purple passion'* magentaclusters of dark purple, trumpet shaped flowers with a light purple throat glossy, leathery, green leaves upright, rounded habit bloom time: mid spring zone 5 height 125 150cm spread 125 150cm colour deep purple rhododendrons require constant moisture (but not standing water), a fertile soil with a low pH and grow best in partial shade any pruning should be done soon after flowering to ensure bud set plants can benefit from protection (burlap wrap)

thick-stemmed

height 75-100cm

height 250-300cm

foliage has a minty scent when crushed

daisy-like flowers with a bright yellow eye

sometimes dull purple in fall

daisy-like flowers form on tall stems

deeply divided

thrives in partial shade

bloom time mid to late season

junipers require little water and tolerate a wide variety of soil conditions

as with most pines