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Rhododendron 'Dark Lord'
rhododendron
- » Deep, burgundy red flowers
- » Blooms in early May
- » Dark green foliage
- » Selected at Weston Nursery
- » Pollinator friendly
- Category:Shrub
- Hardiness Zone:5-8
- Height:5-8 ft
- Spread:5-8 ft
- Bloom Color: Purple Shades
- Foliage Color: Green Shades
Dramatic merlot-red, ruffled blooms emerge on a neat, mounded plant in May. Deep red flowers against glossy, dark green foliage create a show-stopping explosion in your landscape. 'Dark Lord' is a conversation piece, not your average Rhody! This medium height, rounded evergreen is a favorite of bees and other pollinators!
Attributes
| • | Border or Bed |
Foliage Color
| • | Dark Green |
Attracts Wildlife
| • | Supports Bees |
Flower Color
| • | Purple |
Season of Interest (Flowering)
| • | Late Spring |
Habit
| • | Round |
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Rhododendron 'Dark Lord'
Likes moist, well-drained soil, mulch, and winter wind protection. Responds well to a specialized Azalea/Rhodie, acid fertilizer application. Prune to shape in summer immediately after blooming subsides.