Rhododendron ‘Polarnacht’

Rhododendron 'Polarnacht' has frilly deep dark purple blooms with spotted red throats are held in trusses of 12-14.

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:  

Bloom Time:  Spring

Foliage Colour:  Green

Class:  Evergreen

Type:  Perennial

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

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Geographical Origin:  Garden Origin