Dandy Man® Purple Rhododendron

The late renown rhododendron breeder Joe Parks is the person behind beautiful Dandy Man Purple rhododendron. Proven hardy even in Maine and New Hampshire, this spectacular rhododendron celebrates spring with fabulous purple flowers, arranged in showy spheres. They crown clusters of leathery evergreen foliage that creates a unique look in your home’s landscape well beyond its late spring bloom time.

Additional information

Dimensions6 × 6 ft
Botanical Name

<i>Rhododendron</i> 'LAVJ2011' PP#26,976

Zone

4, 5, 6, 7, 8

Flower Color

Purple

Foliage Color

Green

Height

6-8'

Width/Spread

6-8'

Exposure

Full Sun, Part Shade

Soil

Acidic, Average, Moist, Well-drained

Bloom Time

Spring

Uses

Borders, Containers, Cottage gardens, Foundations, Hedges, Screening, Specimen, Woodland gardens

Features

Attracts pollinators, Clay soil, Evergreen, Foliage interest, Landscape plant, Vine, Winter Interest

Blooms On

Old wood

Breeder

Joe Parks

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Plant Care

Light: Full to part sun. The warmer the climate, the more shade it requires.

Soil: Moist yet well-drained acidic soils are imperative for success with rhododendrons. A 2-3″/5-7cm layer of shredded bark mulch or pine straw is imperative to keep the shallow roots cool and moist, especially during summer and winter.

Water: Average water needs. Avoid drought stress in all seasons

Fertilizing: One application of a granular fertilizer formulated for trees and shrubs is sufficient. If your plant is yellowing or otherwise looking sickly, this more likely indicates an issue in the soil pH. While applying fertilizer and/or iron will remedy the issue, the fix is only temporary and you should instead devote your efforts to changing the soil pH for a more sustainable, long-term solution.

Pruning: Branches may be removed selectively to create the shape and look you want, but avoid any habitual pruning or cutting back of rhododendrons.