Large leaf. Purple Gem Rhododendron will grow to be about 4 feet tall at maturity, with a spread of 4 feet. Messages 1,374 Reaction score 457 Location elkton,MD USDA Zone Grows 3 ft. with equal spread. Click here to continue your ordering session, Purple-blue colored bloom completely obscures the plant. Be the first to review this product. Purple Gem Rhododendron will grow to be about 3 feet tall at maturity, with a spread of 3 feet. © 2020 Prides Corner Farms. The glossy narrow leaves turn an outstanding coppery-bronze in the fall. The small clusters of flowers are a dark purple-violet. © 2020 NVK Nurseries All Rights Reserved. Purple-blue colored bloom completely obscures the plant Dense and compact growth make this plant an indispensable part of any landscape. Rhododendrons require constant moisture (but not standing water), a fertile soil with a low pH and grow best in partial shade. Dense-growing dwarf shrub produces large trusses of showy, purple flowers and azalea-like foliage. The Purple Gem Rhododendron is a dense-growing, dwarf evergreen shrub valued for its purplish-blue flowers in spring and azalea-like foliage; needs some protection from winter wind. Prized for its showy trusses of stunning purple-violet flowers. Dense and compact growth make this plant an indispensable part of any landscape. Small leaf. D. discusmike Omono. Dense rounded habit, which can be trimmed after flowering. Tiny scales typically cover the undersides of the leaves. Prefers cooler regions but some protection from winter wind is helpful. It grows at a slow rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for 40 years or more. 3 - 4 year $30 - $39; 4 year old $45 - $55; 5- 6 year $60 - $80; 7-10 year $100; Good hardiness and the fine texture of multitudes of small leaves enhances this variety's value even more, but the flowers are the best aspect as they emerge in the first week of May with purple-blue color that completely obscures the plant! Lepidote: Having scales. Rhododendron Purple Gem - small purple azalea like flowers Buy now online at RhodoDirect Predominant Flower Color: Purple Flower/Truss Description: Flower bright purplish-violet. Shop by Size. Rhododendron 'Purple Gem' Photo: Sally and John Perkins: Predominant Flower Color: Purple : Flower / Truss Description: Flower bright purplish-violet. Slow-growing to 2 ft. tall, 3 ft. wide. Purple Gem. Sun/Shade: Sun, Partial Shade. Purple Gem Rhododendron Shrubs for Sale Online. Rhododendron x 'Purple Gem' (H-1) Item 0997. Zones. Purple Gem Rhododendron is covered in stunning clusters of lightly-scented purple trumpet-shaped flowers with violet streaks at the ends of the branches in mid spring. Some protection from winter wind is helpful. Purple Gem Rhododendron. Plants can benefit from protection (burlap wrap) against drying, winter winds and sun in an exposed location. It tends to be a little leggy, with a typical clearance of 1 foot from the ground. New growth is grayish-blue, and turn bronze in winter. Rhododendron Purple Gem - small purple azalea like flowers. Blooms early to mid spring & reaches roughly 2 feet tall. Dwarf Rhododendron Purple Gem (H7) Bright purple violet flowers in ball-shaped trusses in April. The leaves are the smallest and most petite we have ever seen on a rhododendron, making the obviously rhododendron-shaped leaves look like a curio-cabinet-destined craft to sit alongside the other miniatures grandma keeps on display! Rhododendron 'Purple Gem' Rhododendron ZONE 4. It has olive green foliage which emerges bluish-green in spring. Rhododendron – Small Leaf – Purple Gem The ‘Purple Gem’ is a compact, dwarf, rounded plant with small, bluish-green foliage and deep violet-purple flowers. Purple Gem Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Purple Gem') is a compact flowering shrub prized for its deep purple flowers arriving in mid spring. Good hardiness and the fine texture of multitudes of small leaves enhances this variety's value even more, but the flowers are the best aspect as they emerge in the first week of May with purple-blue color that completely obscures the plant! A selection that does well in colder areas. Purple Gem Rhododendron is a choice Accent valued for its lovely, sparkling flowers. Dwarf Rhododendron Purple Gem. Dense-growing, dwarf shrub valued for its purplish-blue flowers and azalea-like foliage. Purple gem rhododendron flowering shrub is ideal in borders or as an accent. Foliage: Bluish-green. Rhododendron x 'Purple Gem'. H: 2′ W: 3′ Sun Requirements: Prefers Part Shade, but will tolerate full sun with regular watering Purple Gem Rhododendron. Dense-growing, dwarf evergreen shrub valued for its large trusses of showy flowers. Thrives in cooler regions but benefits from protection from winter winds. 50% OFF. Elepidote: Without scales, as opposed to lepidote. Rhododendron 'Purple Gem' - Purple Gem Rhododendron, Seed Parent and Pollen Parent: minus Carolinianum Group x fastigiatum. It grows at a slow rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for 40 years or more. This heavy blooming accent plant produces big trusses of vibrant purple flowers during the spring. Dwarf Rhododendrons 1m & under; Tall Hybrids; Shop by Price. Rhododendron x 'Purple Gem' This small rhododendron stands out in a big way--because of how small she is! Purple Gem has azalea-like foliage. New growth in the spring has blue tones. Leaves are aromatic & rusty olive-green. Fresh new leaves follow in a soothing gray-blue color. Rhododendron x 'Purple Gem' (H-1) SKU. Site produced by Clarity Connect, Inc. Rhododendron x 'Purple Gem' - A handsome dwarf evergreen shrub with a dense habit and deep blue-green foliage that develops a bronze tint in winter. Fragrant: No : Bloom Time: Early Midseason Foliage Description / Plant Habit: Leaves ½" long, aromatic, rusty olive-green. Good hardiness and the fine texture of multitudes of small leaves enhances this variety's value even more, but the flowers are the best aspect as they emerge in the first week of May with purple-blue color that completely obscures the plant! Its small size, olive green foliage with rippled edges, and contrasting violet blooms make this an … Rhododendron 'Purple Gem' $ 44.99. Dense-growing, dwarf evergreen shrub valued for its large trusses of showy flowers. Purple Gem - Extra Large (Delivery or Pick up Only) quantity Add to cart SKU: N/A Categories: Early Season , Grows to Three Feet , Hardy to -10 , Hardy to -20 and below , Hardy to 5 , Hardy to Zero , Large Plants for Instant Landscape , Purple Tags: Hardy , purple , Purple Rhodie , Rhodie , Rhododendron It grows at a slow rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for 40 years or more. Rhododendrons require constant moisture (but not standing water), a fertile soil with a low pH and grow best in partial shade. The Purple Gem Rhododendron is a great selection for using in borders, hedges, woodland gardens, or foundation plantings. A dense, compact, rounded habit that is tolerant of full sun. Get Pricing and Availability. Blueish-green aromatic new foliage turns bronzey in winter. These flowers are trumpet-shaped, lightly scented, and standout beautifully against its long, narrow foliage. Held in ball-shaped trusses. Purple Gem Rhododendron will grow to be about 4 feet tall at maturity, with a spread of 4 feet. Browse pictures and read growth / cultivation information about Rhododendron (Rhododendron ) 'Lee's Dark Purple' supplied by member gardeners in the PlantFiles database at Dave's Garden. About Purple Gem Dwarf Rhododendron. Purple Gem Rhododendron Growing and Maintenance Tips. Height 25-50cm in 10 years. I bought mine at wal-mart. Site Produced by Clarity Connect, Inc. New foliage appears blue-green turning bronze in the winter. the foliage is a dark purple throughout the year (which looks almost black against green foliage), but turns a vibrant magenta-purple in the wintertime(Nov-Dec) just before it blooms( which happens in Jan). This dapper evergreen is also appreciated for its low, tight habit. All rights reserved. It has dense foliage and blooms with purple flowers in spring. Very useful in border plantings or as a landscape accent. A small rhododendron with foliage resembling 'Ramapo' though the leaves are more rust colored. I have found it quite drought tolerant and it tolerates full sun. Partial sun. New growth is grayish-blue & turns bronze in winter. Reactions: petegreg, Leo in N E Illinois and just.wing.it. Use Current Location. Best in sunny position. A dwarf evergreen shrub with clusters of showy lavender purple spring blooms. It enjoys moist, acidic soils and dappled sunlight. Item #89561 Model #009971. Flowers are bright purplish-violet & held in ball-shaped trusses. Held in ball-shaped trusses. The profuse amethyst-purple blooms make a scintillating display when the weather turns warm. Free rhodo consultation : Login/signup : Shopping Cart cart(0) Home; RhodoClub; SHOP. Any pruning should be done soon after flowering to ensure bud set. Growth Habit: Compact, Dwarf, Rounded, 2’ in height. There are very few rules in gardening, but perhaps the most important one is to work within your zone. This rhododendron is a dwarf evergreen reaching about 2'. Rhododendron ‘Purple Gem’ (Purple Gem Rhododendron): Low compact and slow growing cultivar with purple-blue flowers that bloom in early spring. The very small, rounded, purplish-green leaves form a pleasing compact shape and turn bronze in winter. Monrovia does appear to market this as a Purple Gem Rhododendron (Rhododendron x 'Purple Gem' (H-1)), but with the small leaves I don't fault others for selling it as an (evergreen) azalea. Bloom Time: Spring. Purple Gem Rhododendron. Fragrant: No Bloom Time: Early Midseason Foliage Description / Plant Habit: Leaves " long, aromatic, rusty olive-green. 0997. An abundant amount of purple-violet blooms often cover the foliage of this tough yet elegant plant. Monrovia Purple Purple Gem Rhododendron Flowering Shrub in Pot. This is a small sprawling rhododendron. It tends to be a little leggy, with a typical clearance of 1 foot from the ground. Small dark blue foliage turns red-purple in fall. It tends to be a little leggy, with a typical clearance of 1 foot from the ground. Choosing plants that grow and thrive in your particular climate is the very first step toward having a beautiful garden. “Purple Gem” has azalea-like foliage. 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