| Rhododendron x 'NCRX2' | USDA Zone: 4-8 |
Black Hat® Rhododendron is covered in stunning clusters of purple trumpet-shaped flowers with lavender overtones and hot pink spots at the ends of the branches from early to late spring. It has attractive plum purple-variegated green foliage with hints of black which emerges olive green in spring. The glossy oval leaves are highly ornamental and remain green throughout the winter.
This captivating hybrid is compact growing, featuring very early blooming, long lasting clusters of ruffled lavender flowers, over sprays of leathery, purple-green, near black leaves; absolutely must have well-drained, highly acidic and organic soil.
Black Hat® Rhododendron is recommended for the following landscape applications;
- Accent
- Mass Planting
- General Garden Use
Top reasons to grow Black Hat Rhododendron:
- Very bright purple flowers in early spring, when your soul is aching for color and life outdoor
- Leathery evergreen foliage is a deep purple-green, giving it a handsome presence in the landscape
- Flowers last longer than other early blooming selections
Bloom Time: Spring
Common Name: Rhododendron
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| More About Black Hat® Rhododendron |
| Height: 3 ft |
Spread: 3 ft |
Flower Colour: Purple Shades |
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Black Hat® Rhododendron does best in full sun to partial shade. You may want to keep it away from hot, dry locations that receive direct afternoon sun or which get reflected sunlight, such as against the south side of a white wall. It requires an evenly moist well-drained soil for optimal growth, but will die in standing water. This plant will benefit from an application of bonemeal and/or mycorrhizal fertilizer at the time of planting. It is very fussy about its soil conditions and must have rich, acidic soils to ensure success, and is subject to chlorosis (yellowing) of the foliage in alkaline soils. It is somewhat tolerant of urban pollution, and will benefit from being planted in a relatively sheltered location. Consider applying a thick mulch around the root zone in winter to protect it in exposed locations Note that when grown in a container, it may not perform exactly as indicated on the tag - this is to be expected. Also note that when growing plants in outdoor containers and baskets, they may require more frequent waterings than they would in the yard or garden. Be aware that in our climate, most plants cannot be expected to survive the winter if left in containers outdoors, and this plant is no exception. NOTE: Some flowers and plants may be harmful or poisonous to people or pets if touched or ingested. If you require more information before placing an order, please let us know in advance. |
