‘Lee’s Dark Purple’ Catawba Rhododendron has deep purple buds which open to rosy purple trusses in April and May. The dark green leathery leaves are evergreen, making a nice setting for the showy flower clumps. Rhododendron catawbiense ‘Lee’s Dark Purple’ is a native, but its breeder was John Lee of England, who hybridized it in the mid-1800s. The habit is somewhat compact and the cold tolerance is good.
Height
7 Feet
Spread
8 Feet
Bloom Color
Purple
USDA Hardiness Zone
5
Current Availability
Qty Avail
Description
Comments
Future Crop
Future Crop Ready Date
2
Rhododendron catawbiense Lee's Dark Purple #5 24-30" (NATIVE-purple)
Budded, heavy
10 24-30"
early April
Characteristics & Attributes
Attributes
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Cut Branches
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Evergreen
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Habit: Compact
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Native
Winter Interest
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Foliage
Soil Conditions
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Average
Bloom Time
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Spring
Exposure
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Partial Shade/Shade Tolerant
Attracts Wildlife
•
Attracts Butterflies
Foliage Color
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Green
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