Rhododendron ‘Black Widow’ Live Evergreen Shrub | Dark Red Almost Black Blooms | Hardy Flowering Rhododendron | #2 Container Grown

Add dramatic color and bold elegance to your landscape with Rhododendron ‘Black Widow’, a striking evergreen shrub prized for its incredibly dark maroon-black blooms and glossy green foliage. In bloom, this unique rhododendron produces heavy flower trusses with richly colored wavy-edged petals that appear almost black while still in bud, creating an unforgettable garden display.
Bright white stamens provide stunning contrast against the deep velvety blooms, making ‘Black Widow’ a standout specimen in woodland gardens, borders, and foundation plantings. Its broad spreading habit and evergreen foliage provide year-round structure and visual interest in shaded landscapes. You will receive a healthy container-grown plant similar in size and condition to the one shown in the listing photos.

You will receive:
✔️ 1 live Rhododendron ‘Black Widow’ shrub
✔️ Grown in #2 nursery container
✔️ Healthy, rooted evergreen plant
✔️ Dark flowering landscape rhododendron
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Black Widow Rhododendron
Botanical Name: Rhododendron ‘Black Widow’
Plant Type: Evergreen flowering shrub
Growth Stage: Established container-grown plant
Sun Requirements: Partial shade to filtered sun
Soil: Acidic, moist, well-draining soil
Watering: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist
Mature Height: Approximately 3 feet
Mature Width: 3–4 feet
Growth Rate: Moderate
USDA Zones: 6–8
Container Friendly: Yes when young

💡 Care Tip: Plant in a protected location with morning sun and afternoon shade to preserve bloom quality and glossy foliage. Mulching helps maintain moisture and cool root conditions year-round.