Rhododendron Black Hat®

Rhododendron 'Black Hat' -

Be the first on your block with colorful blooms in spring with Black Hat^® rhododendron. This very early blooming rhododendron is a confection of ruffled lavender flowers in the first few weeks of spring, each a rounded cluster atop a spray of leathery evergreen foliage. It's the foliage that gives this plant its name, in fact - its a very dark purple-green, reaching near black tones, especially in cooler weather. Thick, durable blooms ensure longer lasting blooms over a longer period, too. 

Blooms on old wood. Height 38", Full to part sun. Zone 4-8.

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