Rhododendron catawbiense 'Boursault' ~ Boursault Catawba Rhododendron moderate-water The stems end with clusters

The stems end with clusters of fragrant lavender blue flowers from late spring all through summer

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Snowdrift is pest resistant

Rhododendron catawbiense 'Boursault' ~ Boursault Catawba Rhododendron moderate-water The stems end with clustersBoursault Catawba Rhododendron is a dense upright evergreen shrub with uniform spreading branching and tidy dark green foliage. Large clusters of violet buds open to lavender flowers with reddish speckles in mid spring. Best grown in part sun and rich, moist, acidic well drained soils. Type: Shrub Origins: Appalachian Mountains; GA Native Height: 6' 10' Spread: 6 10' Spacing: 8' USDA Hardiness Zone: 4 8 Culture: Full Sun, Part Sun Bloom Color: Purple