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Lee's Dark Purple Rhododendron

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  • Full Shade to Partial Sun (0 - 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
  • Mature Height 6 - 7 Feet
  • Mature Spread 6 - 8 Feet
  • Growing Zones 5 - 8
  • Use As A Thriller In Containers

Rhododendrons are known for providing dependable color while requiring little care, and Lee's Dark Purple Rhododendron lives up to this reputation. Dark purple flowers have lavender throats and add drama to a landscape. This plant blooms during late May and sets buds for the next year during the fall. The leathery foliage is dark green and complements the intensity of the flowers.

The size of Lee's Dark Purple Rhododendron makes it a natural choice for a border or hedge. Create a privacy screen on a property line or near a patio, or feature it in a bed or mass planting. Rhododendrons keep their foliage year-round, so the plant continues to provide greenery and texture throughout the winter. This shrub is reliably hardy in USDA zones 5 through 8.

Lee's Dark Purple Rhododendron Care

Plant the Lee's Dark Purple Rhododendron in partial sun to full shade. An area that receives 4 to 6 hours of sunlight is preferred. This plant likes moist but not soggy soil, so make sure the soil drains. Established plants do not need water often but water during a dry spell to support continued growth. Apply a slow-release, acidic fertilizer in the spring.

Deadheading isn’t needed, and this Rhododendron naturally maintains a nice, rounded shape, so pruning is unnecessary. Shape the plant as required after the flowers fade but before the plant sets new buds in the fall.

Lee's Dark Purple Rhododendron Spacing

This large, upright perennial will reach 6 to 7 feet tall and 7 to 8 feet wide. The Lee's Dark Purple Rhododendron makes an excellent hedge or privacy screen, and shrubs can be spaced about 6 feet apart to create a dense or continuous planting.

Lees Dark Purple Rhododendron Information

USDA Hardiness Zones: 5 - 8
Plant Type: Bushes
Light Exposure: Full Shade to Partial Sun (0 - 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
Mature Height: 6 - 7 Feet
Mature Spread: 6 - 8 Feet
Spacing: 7 - 8 Feet
Habit: Upright
Flower Color(s): Purple
Flower Description:
Bloom Period: Late May
Foliage Type: Evergreen
Foliage Color(s): Green
Foliage Description: Deep Green
Seasonal Interest: Spring Flowering
Watering: Low
Resists: Disease, Pests & Insects
Tolerates: Drought
Attracts: Bees, Butterflies
Container Role: Thriller
Uses: Borders, Containers, Specimen or Focal Point
Features: Attracts Pollinators, Deadheading Not Necessary, Low Maintenance
Brand:
Common Name: Lees Dark Purple Rhododendron
Other Name(s):
Scientific Name: Rhododendron cat. 'Lee's Dark Purple'
SKU:
1231000097-pc

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

4.5" Pot
 Also Know 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

Quart Pot
 Also Know As:
   Quart

 Plant Age:
   ~ 1 year old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 4"-8"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
 Volume:
   1.50 quarts

2.5 Quart

2.5 Quart
 Also Know As:
   2.5 Quart Pot

 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 year old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 8"-12"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
 Volume:
   2.20-2.30 quarts

#1 Pot

#1 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #1 Container
    1 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 2 year old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 10"-14"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 7"H x 7.75"W
 Volume:
   2.26-3.73 quarts

#2 Pot

#2 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #2 Container
    2 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 2-3 year old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 12"-18"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
 Volume:
   1.19-1.76 gallons

#3 Pot

#3 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #3 Container
    3 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 3-4 year 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 guarantees your plant(s) will arrive happy and healthy, but the plant(s) are being shipped through the mail and 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.

For information on how to care for you new plant please check out our guide. Guide: How to Care for Your New Plant(s)

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We encourage all plant lovers to purchase the Plant Addicts Warranty whether you’re new or an expert. There are many variables outside our control and yours that can cause the demise of your plant(s). Examples would be hungry animals, drought, poor soil conditions, over watering, disease, insects & many other factors. The Plant Addicts Warranty is a 1 year warranty protecting you from all the unknowns and will replace your plant if it moves on to the plant afterlife.

The warranty is purchased on a per plant basis and must be purchased at the same time as the plant purchase. We will cover 100% of the price of the plant but the warranty does not cover shipping cost. Simply let us know if your plant has died within one year of receiving it and we’ll get you a new one shipped out. We may ask for photos for documentation purposes but again we’ll try to make it as easy as possible.

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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

Plant Shipping

Time of Order:

Summer Shipping

  • If there is extreme heat we’ll delay shipping.  
    • We’ll have to review what areas the plants are traveling through along with your location


Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an email with tracking information. Depending on the above criteria we’ll ship your plant(s) towards beginning of the following week from your order. We put together this helpful guide of what to do when you receive your plants in the mail.

It is important to know that all of our plants are clearly labeled for which growing zones the plant can survive in. The plants are thoroughly trialed and tested in every growing zone before we state the plant can grow in a zone. Again, our #1 priority is to ship the plants to you healthy and ready to thrive in your location. So we will do everything in our power to do so.