Rhododendron

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