Carolina Rhododendron

Rhododendron catawbiense 'Boursault' Ericaceae

Other names

Catawba Rhododendron

Growth habit

Shrub

Perennation

Long-lived polycarpic perennial

Source of plant

ShrubBucket

Description

'Boursault' is a dense, upright, evergreen rhododendron. It has violet buds that open into lavender flowers with some reddish or pale brown spots. It will grow 6 feet tall in 10 years but eventually can grow to 10-15 feet tall.

USDA Hardiness Zone

4