R. 'Grapesicle' Web Specials

R. 'Grapesicle' Web SpecialsThe seed from this interesting purple flowering new hybrid came to me via the American Rhododendron Society's seed exchange, where hybridizers send in seed from their experimental crosses for others to buy and raise. I have lost the actual parentage, but do believe that the deep purple rhododendron 'Johnathan Shaw' is the seed parent. I did win 'Best Purple' at our local rhododendron flower show in the past for this flower. I haven't been very

The foliage is more green in the summer and fall

contrasting nicely to the flowers

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The plant stays fairly compact and low

assuring flowers on even 2 year old plants

well-drained acidic soils

so you know it has to be good to deserve this special spot

Introduced to the trade in the 1920's from England

while the older leaves are dark red-maroon

striking golden foliage with red tints add interest and contrast to the garden throughout spring and summer

tall and 3 to 4 ft

creating a spectacular burst of color against the backdrop of rich