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Family: Ericaceae
Height: 3 to 5 ft
Width: 3 to 5 ft
Foliage color: Evergreen medium to dark green leaves, narrow and glossy
Flower color: Rich purple to violet, narrow spider-like petals with a lighter throat
Bloom time: Mid to late spring
Light requirements: Part shade to filtered sun
Water requirements: Moderate
Maintenance: Low — minimal pruning needed beyond light shaping after flowering
Growing zone: USDA zones 7 to 9
Wildlife attractors: Fragrant shows of spring flowers attract pollinators; evergreen foliage provides shelter and cover for birds and small wildlifeThis plant can be seen at the Rhododendron Species Botanical Garden.
