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PURPLE GEM CATAWBA RHODODENDRON

RHODODENDRON CAT PURPLE GEM

Rhododendron x 'Purple Gem'

photo courtesy of Bailey Nursery

Genus: RHODODENDRON
Height: 2-3 Feet Tall
Spread: 3 Feet Wide
Color: purple flower
Light: Part Sun Shade Plants
Part Sun Shade Broadleaf Evergreen Shrubs Plants
Type: Broadleaf Evergreen Shrubs
Zone: 5
Item: #2196

PURPLE GEM CATAWBA RHODODENDRON

Rhododendron catawbiense 'Purple Gem' is commonly referred to as Purple Gem Rhododendron. It is a cross between Rhododendron fastigiatum and Rhododendron minus. It is a dense, dwarf evergreen shrub that has a small stature, making it easier to integrate into smaller garden spaces. It grows to only 3 feet tall and wide and features massive clusters of purplish-blue flowers in early May that completely cover the plant. Small, green, azalea-like leaves turn a bronzy-red in winter.

Purple Gem is low maintenance and thrives in partial sun in rich, fertile, acidic, evenly moist, well-drained soils. It is ideal for rock gardens and foundation plantings due to its low, compact growth.

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PLANT	SIZE	TYPE	GALENA	ADD'L	DIG	SOON
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con = containers - available now
Galena = Above ground and available now
Additional = Remote location, call rep. Not in Shop.
Dig = Still in ground, call rep. Not in Shop (in orange).
Soon = Coming soon, call rep. Not in Shop.

(BBnPOT - formerly known as GRSTART - are B&B put into a container - they are available now)

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RHODODENDRON VARIETIES:

Catawba Rhododendrons
Evergreen shrub with large, dark green, leathery foliage - elliptical leaves.

Hybrid Rhododendrons
The small-leaved, small-flowered hybrid rhododendrons rarely exceed 3 feet in height. They are used in foundations, rock gardens and placed in front of taller Rhododendrons.

PJM Rhododendrons
Compact, rounded, small-leaved, evergreen shrubs with elliptic, leathery, dark green leaves. Noted for its extreme hardiness.

Yakushima Rhododendrons
Open, multi-stemmed evergreen shrub with an upright, spreading habit and narrow, convex leaves.

Planting Tips ⓘ

To help this plant settle in and thrive, we recommend these standard planting practices: Plant in rich, moist, acidic, and well-draining soil, selecting a location that provides partial shade or filtered light to protect the foliage from harsh, direct sun. These shallow-rooted shrubs require consistent moisture to remain healthy, especially during the first growing season until they are fully established. Prune immediately after the flowering period concludes, as new buds for the next year are set shortly after blossoms fade; removing spent blooms and light tip-pruning encourages a fuller, more vigorous habit. Apply a generous layer of organic mulch around the root zone to conserve moisture and regulate soil temperature, ensuring the material remains a few inches away from the crown to prevent stem rot.