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Common Name: 'P.J.M. Elite' Rhododendron
This is the latest to bloom and generally the most vigorous and upright-growing of the PJM clones. Flowers are the usual lavender-pink in early spring. Very cold hardy and heat tolerant. Elite is known for its vigorous growing that features clusters of beautiful lavender-pink flowers in early spring to late spring. Individual flowers are funnel-shaped. This stunning, rounded shrubs are compactly wrapped in dark green, lustruous foliage turning reddish purple in autumn. It grows perfectly with the presence of partial to full sunlight in a wide range of rich, moist, well-drained soil. This variety normally reaches 5-6 ft high and 5-6 wide in rounded growth habit. Ideal for mass planting, specimen, shrub borders, mixed borders, woodland garden, foundation and shade garden.
Plant Type: | Flowering Shrub, Broadleaf Evergreen, Flowering evergreen shrub |
Width: | 3-6' |
Height: | 3' |
Fragrant: | Yes |
Fruit | Yes |
Growth Rate | Moderate |
Zone: | 4 - 8 |
Deer Resistant: | Yes |
Salt Tolerant: | No |
Drought Tolerant: | No |
Attract: | Hummingbirds |
Exposure: | Partial Shade |
Bloom Time: | Spring |
Landscape/Use: | Mass Planting, Accent Plant, Foundation Plant |
Shape: | Rounded |
Soil Type | Sandy, Well Drained, Dry Area |
Flower Color: | Pink, Fuchsia |
Leaf Color: | Green |
Fall Color: | Purple |