Rhododendron ‘Dragon’ – Rare Evergreen Rhododendron | #1 Container Size | Vibrant Purple Pink Blooms | Collector Flowering Shrub

Add rare beauty and vivid spring color to your landscape with this live Rhododendron ‘Dragon’, an uncommon collector’s rhododendron prized for its striking purplish-pink blooms and elegant evergreen foliage. Grown in a #1 container, this hard-to-find ornamental shrub produces glowing funnel-shaped flowers approximately 2 inches across, arranged in graceful clusters of 2–4 blooms during midseason flowering. The intense floral color creates a dramatic contrast against the handsome elliptic mid-green evergreen leaves, providing year-round structure and garden interest. With its upright spreading habit and moderate mature size, ‘Dragon’ is perfect for woodland gardens, foundation plantings, shaded borders, and collector landscapes where its rare beauty can truly stand out. Hardy, refined, and highly ornamental, this unique rhododendron is an excellent choice for enthusiasts seeking something extraordinary. You will receive a healthy live plant similar in size and condition to the one shown in the listing photos.

You will receive:
✔️ 1 live Rhododendron ‘Dragon’ plant
✔️ Originally grown in #1 container
✔️ Healthy, rooted evergreen shrub
✔️ Rare collector rhododendron variety
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Dragon Rhododendron
Botanical Name: Rhododendron ‘Dragon’
Plant Type: Evergreen flowering shrub
Growth Stage: Young established shrub
Sun Requirements: Partial shade to filtered sunlight
Soil: Acidic, moist, well-draining soil
Watering: Moderate; maintain evenly moist soil
Mature Height: Approximately 5 feet in 10 years
Growth Habit: Upright and spreading
Growth Rate: Moderate
USDA Zones: 6–8
Cold Hardiness: Hardy to approximately -10°F (-23°C)
Bloom Time: Midseason spring blooms
Bloom Color: Vivid purplish pink
Fragrance: None
Container Friendly: Yes, excellent for patio containers and collector gardens

💡 Care Tip: Plant in acidic soil with good drainage and provide dappled shade for best foliage health and flower production. Mulching helps retain moisture and protect shallow roots.