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