Compact rhododendron covered in purple-pink flower clusters

Rhododendron 'PJM Elite'

1 Gallon
$59.95
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Compact rhododendron covered in purple-pink flower clusters
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Rhododendron 'PJM Elite'
Shrub · Zones 4–8
Rhododendron hybrid

Rhododendron 'PJM Elite'

$59.95
Size1 Gallon
The short version

A shrub for full sun or part sun.

Pollinators love it.

Zones 4–8Full sun · Part sunModerate waterNot pet-safe
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Promise
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Spacing and size

4–5 ft. apart.

Full growing guide
The story

The rhododendron for cold places.

A small-leaved rhododendron that covers itself in purple-pink flower clusters in spring. It's from the same hardy line as the classic PJM, a little later to bloom and a little stronger in color. The leaves turn plum-purple in winter.

Light

Morning sun, light afternoon shade. Takes more sun than most rhododendrons.

Water

Keep evenly moist; water in dry spells, including fall before the ground freezes.

Planting

Spring or fall, an inch high in acidic, well-drained soil amended with pine bark. Never in heavy clay.

Reliable spring color and winter foliage where big-leaf rhododendrons sulk.

The facts
Size4–6 ft tall and wideShowEarly to mid springLightFull sun, Part sunZones4–8WaterAverageGood forPollinatorsPetsNot pet-safe; keep out of reach
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