• Purple Passion Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Purple Passion')
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Purple Passion | Rhododendron

Purple Passion | Rhododendron

Rhododendron 'Purple Passion'

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About This Plant

A compact evergreen shrub with rich purple-violet blooms that create a striking display in spring. Its dense, rounded habit and deep green foliage make it a beautiful choice for woodland gardens, foundation plantings, borders, and containers. Prefers acidic, well-drained soil and protection from harsh afternoon sun.

Plant Details
Hardiness Zone 5-8
Sunlight Part Sun
Mature Size 2-3 ft tall
Bloom Color Purple
Maintenance Moderate
Drought Tolerant No
Deer & Rabbit Tolerant No
Pollinator Friendly Yes
Container Friendly Yes
Pet Safe No
Not pet safe: this plant is listed as toxic to dogs and/or cats by the ASPCA. Plant it where pets can't reach it, and contact your vet if your pet eats any part of it.
Planting & Care

How to Plant

Choose a spot with 3–6 hours of sun, ideally morning sun. Dig a hole 2–3 times as wide as the pot but no deeper, with the top of the root ball slightly above ground level. Loosen circling roots and backfill with the native soil. Prefers acidic, well-drained soil rich in organic matter. Water deeply after planting and add 2–3 in of mulch, keeping it off the stems. Hardy in USDA zones 5-8.

Watering & Feeding

Water deeply 1–2 times a week for the first season, about 1 in per week. Keep soil evenly moist, especially during heat and dry spells. Feed in spring with a fertilizer for acid-loving plants.

Pruning & Seasonal Care

Blooms in spring: prune right after flowering so you keep next year's buds. Remove dead or damaged branches any time. Mulch in late fall to protect roots through the first winter.