Rhododendron catawbiense 'Grandiflorum' ~ Grandiflorum Catawba Rhododendron ornamental-grass 52_CIMG2415

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(2)  KENPEI

The fragrant purple bell-like flowers raise up in terminals from the rootstalk above the mound in mid-summer attracting butterflies

(3) Nick Goodrum

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Rhododendron catawbiense 'Grandiflorum' ~ Grandiflorum Catawba Rhododendron ornamental-grass 52_CIMG2415Grandiflorum Catawba Rhododendron is a compact evergreen shrub with a dense mounding habit and deep green foliage that emerges bright green. Large clusters of long lasting lavender flowers with ginger speckles bloom in mid spring. Best grown in part sun and rich, moist, acidic well drained soils. Type: Shrub Origins: Appalachian Mountains; GA Native Height: 5' 6' Spread: 5 6' Spacing: 5' USDA Hardiness Zone: 4 8 Culture: Full Sun, Part Sun Bloom