Rhododendron 'Purple Passion'

Rhododendron elepidote 'Purple Passion'

Clusters of purple buds open to reveal bright purple-violet flowers with dark red blotches that bloom on glossy, dark green evergreen foliage, which turns bronze in fall. Slow growth rate.

Part shade

Blooms late spring
2-3 ft tall x 2-3 ft spread
HARDY to -20°F (-28.9°C)
Attracts pollinators
Rabbit resistant
Evergreen
Fragrant

Zone: 4

Photo: Courtesy of Blue Sky Nursery