- Partial Sun to Full Sun (At Least 5 Hours of Direct Sunlight)
- Height 3 Feet
- Width 3 Feet
- Growing Zones 4-8
Black Hat® Rhododendron (Rhododendron x) has ruffled lavender flowers that are some of the first flowers in spring. They keep blooming longer than other early rhododendrons. The evergreen foliage is leathery and a deep purple-green, so it provides interest all year long.
This shrub was developed by Dr. Tom Ranney at NCSU. It has an upright growth habit and can be used as a border plant, in the landscape, in mass plantings, and as a specimen plant. Black Hat® Rhododendron is native to the temperate regions of Asia, North America, and Europe and the tropical regions of northern Australia and southeast Asia. It is hardy in zones 4a-8b.
Black Hat® Rhododendron Care
Black Hat® Rhododendron is easy to maintain. Plant in full sun or part sun. The soil has to be acidic and well-drained. The shrub prefers moderate to moist soil moisture. Fertilize with a fertilizer formulated for acid-loving trees and shrubs in the early spring as new growth appears.
The bushes should only be pruned selectively to remove dead branches and only after it blooms. Most of the time, you will not have to prune it at all.
Black Hat® Rhododendron Spacing
Black Hat® Rhododendron is a compact little shrub, growing to 3 feet tall and 3 feet wide. When planting, allow 3 feet between the shrubs, center on center. Also, leave 3 feet between this plant and other plants or structures to allow for proper air circulation and enough room for the roots when the plant is fully mature.
Black Hat® Rhododendron Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 4-8 |
| Plant Type: Shrub |
| Sunlight Exposure: Partial Sun to Full Sun |
| Mature Height: 3 Feet |
| Mature Width: 3 Feet |
| Plant Spacing: 3 Feet |
| Growth Habit: Upright |
| Flower Color(s): Purple |
| Seasonal Interest: Spring |
| Foliage Type: Evergreen |
| Foliage Color(s): Dark Green, with Purple and Black |
| Features: Deadheading Not Necessary, Foliage Interest |
| Uses: Accent, Container,, Mass Planting, Edging Plant, Border Plant, Landscape |
| Plant Brand: Proven Winners |
| Botanical/Scientific Name: Rhododendron x 'NCRX2' USPP 31,898, Can PBRAF |
- SKU:
- RHOBH
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
4.5" Pot
Also Known As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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Plant Addicts always guarantees your plant(s) will arrive happy & healthy. However, plant(s) are being shipped through the mail & sometimes accidents happen. If the plant is dead, has dried out roots or the incorrect item was shipped, just notify Plant Addicts within 3 days upon delivery. We may ask for pictures but will try to make it as easy as possible for you. Please note, plant(s) with damaged branches or wilted leaves will not qualify for this guarantee. Plants are very resilient and will rebound quickly when cared for correctly.
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Plant Shipping
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Winter to Early Spring
We ship only when it's warm enough to plant in your growing zone.
Sometimes plants aren't completely ready to sell and ship in early spring. We will wait until the plants are ready before shipping so you don't get a subpar product.
For Southern plants we will be able to ship much earlier than plants coming from our northern nursery.
Summer
If there is extreme heat we may delay shipping for a week or several weeks.
We review what areas the plants are traveling through as well as your location.
Fall into Winter
We’ll ship plants out all the way up to the end of the fall planting season!
Winter
Get your order in early to reserve your plants for Spring planting!
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Planter Shipping
Standard Colors: 2-3 business days
Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice
Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations