Botanical profile

Rhododendron 'Wojnar's Purple'

Latin name
Rhododendron 'Wojnar's Purple'
Common name
Rhododendron 'Wojnar's Purple'
Type
Acid-loving ornamental shrub
Family
Ericaceae

Rhododendron 'Wojnar's Purple', known as ‘Wojnar’s Purple’ rhododendron, is a highly prized deciduous or semi-evergreen ornamental shrub, celebrated for its spectacular flowering and excellent hardiness. This compact variety forms a dense, rounded bush, perfect for flowerbeds, woodland gardens, or landscape designs where it adds a vibrant splash of color in spring. Its large, spherical inflorescences feature numerous deep purple flowers that are particularly luminous, contrasting beautifully with its glossy dark green foliage. The abundant blooms attract pollinators and create a striking decorative effect in beds. This rhododendron prefers rich, acidic, well-drained soils, typical of woodland gardens. Its compact habit and good cold tolerance make it a reliable choice for northern gardens seeking intense and elegant blooms.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 4
Exposure
Partial shade
Watering
Moderate, keep soil cool and acidic
Fertilization
Fertilizer for acid-loving plants in spring
Soil type
Acidic, rich in organic matter and well-drained
Minimum temperature
-34°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Spring
Flower color
Purple
Fruiting
Rare and non-ornamental fruiting.
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Persistent
Shape
Dense, rounded shrub
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
4.9 ft (1.5 m)
Width
4.9 ft (1.5 m)
Growth rate
Slow
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

Hummingbirds
Flowers that attract hummingbirds

Hummingbirds

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