Rhododendron
Rhododendron 'Purple Elf'
Ericaceae
Growth habit
Dwarf Shrub
Perennation
Long-lived polycarpic perennial
Location
Comstock Knoll and Rhododendron Collection
Source of plant
Peter Podaras
Description
Newly named by RareFind Nursery, this was grown and propagated by RFN for 10 years under the name “Hank’s Very Early Seedling #1.” An excellent deep, rich purple flower on a low, spreading dwarf plant. Has bigger flowers than the typical dauricium species, so it may be a hybrid. In the fall, the evergreen foliage turns dark mahogany black and the older inner leaves turn bright yellow to provide an extra, last burst of autumn color.
USDA Hardiness Zone
5
Special characteristics
fall color