Rhododendron 'Polarnacht' has frilly deep dark purple blooms with spotted red throats are held in trusses of 12-14.
Description:
Rhododendron 'Polarnacht' is almost twice the width as its height. Polarnacht, translated from German, means Polar Night. Frilly deep dark purple blooms with spotted red throats are held in trusses of 12-14. We love the very dark distinctive color. Mid to late season. Produces dark green foliage with a dense, compact habit 3 ft. tall by 6 ft. wide.
Common Name: Rhododendron
Family: Ericaceae (The Heath Family)
Zone Hardiness: 5-8
Light: Part Sun
Height: 2-4'
Width: 5-8'
Primary Bloom Colour: Purple
Secondary Bloom Colour:
Class: Evergreen
Type: Perennial
Bloom Time: Spring
Soil Moisture: Moist
Stem Colour:
Fragrance: No
Berries:
Benefits: Hummingbirds, Bees, Butterflies
Deer Resistant: Yes
BC Native: No
Native Habitat: Sea level to ca. 5000 m, coniferous and broadleaved woodlands, temperate & tropical rain forests
Award:
Geogrpahical Origin: Miscellaneous - Garden Origin
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