Hardiness
Zone 5
Discover the plant
Rhododendron 'Purple Passion'
FamilyEricaceae
Rhododendron 'Purple Passion' is a very floriferous variety, appreciated for its large, purple-mauve flowers with a darker throat, borne in dense umbels in spring. Its dense, bushy habit is complemented by matte, dark green foliage, which retains a beautiful texture throughout the year. Ideal for structuring a shaded bed with strong, contrasting blooms, 'Purple Passion' seduces with its chromatic intensity and robustness, while remaining easy to grow in well-drained, acidic soil.
Soil and care
The rightconditions.
Fertilization
Acid-loving fertilizer in spring. Fertilize monthly or as directed on the bag. Not recommended – use Bionik rooting agent or ground bone.
Bloom and dimensions
The completeprofile.
Bloom periodSpring
Flower colorPurple
Foliage colorGreen
Foliage typePersistent
FruitingBarely visible brown capsules.
Maximum height1 to 1.2 m (39 to 48 inches)
Maximum width1.5 m (5 feet)
Growth rateslow
Hardiness zoneZone 5
Minimum temperature'-28°C
