Dark Lord Rhododendron

Rhododendron 'Dark Lord'

  • Rounded habit
  • Deep burgundy ruffled flowers appear in May
  • Dark green foliage
  • Group: Elepidote
  • Bloom time: Early May

ZONE:
5

COLOUR:
Burgundy

HEIGHT:
150-200 cm

SPREAD:
150-200 cm

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Growing and Maintenance Tips:


Rhododendrons require constant moisture (but not standing water), a fertile soil with a low pH and grow best in partial shade. Any pruning should be done soon after flowering to ensure bud set. Plants can benefit from protection (burlap wrap) against drying winter winds and sun in an exposed location.

Additional Notes about Dark Lord Rhododendron:


A Mezitt/Weston introduction; parentage includes Rhododendron catawbiense.

Elepidote: Without scales, as opposed to lepidote. Large leaf.

Lepidote: Having scales. Tiny scales typically cover the undersides of the leaves. Small leaf.

Characteristics & Attributes


GROWTH RATE:
Medium
FLOWERING TIME:
Spring
HABIT:
Rounded
Upright
FOLIAGE COLOR:
Green (dark)
LANDSCAPE USES:
Foundation planting
Specimen
PH TOLERANCE:
Low (up to 7.0)

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