Rhododendron ‘Vivacious’ – Dwarf Evergreen Rhododendron | Bright Red Blooms | 12–15 Inch Wide Field Grown Plant

Add brilliant spring color and compact evergreen beauty to your landscape with this live Rhododendron ‘Vivacious’, a dwarf hybrid rhododendron prized for its intense red ruffled blooms and tidy growth habit. Blooming in May during midseason, this striking evergreen shrub produces densely packed trusses of vivid red flowers that create a bold, eye-catching display against dark green slender foliage. Compact and easy to maintain, ‘Vivacious’ matures to approximately 3 feet tall and wide, making it ideal for borders, woodland gardens, small landscapes, foundation plantings, and decorative containers. Developed in Canada at Vineland Station near Niagara Falls, this resilient variety is known for its durability and likely exceeds its official USDA hardiness rating. Its evergreen foliage provides attractive structure year-round while the vibrant spring blooms bring dramatic seasonal color. You will receive a healthy live field-grown plant similar in size and condition to the one shown in the listing photos.

You will receive:
✔️ 1 live Rhododendron ‘Vivacious’ plant
✔️ Approximately 12–15 inches wide field-grown size
✔️ Healthy, rooted evergreen shrub
✔️ Compact dwarf red flowering rhododendron
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Vivacious Rhododendron
Botanical Name: Rhododendron ‘Vivacious’
Plant Type: Evergreen flowering shrub
Growth Stage: Established field-grown plant
Sun Requirements: Filtered sun to full sun
Soil: Acidic, evenly moist, well-draining soil
Watering: Moderate; maintain evenly moist soil
Mature Height: Approximately 3 feet
Mature Width: Approximately 3 feet
Growth Habit: Compact dwarf evergreen shrub
Growth Rate: Moderate
USDA Zones: 6b
Cold Hardiness: Likely hardier than listed USDA rating
Bloom Time: Midseason spring blooms in May
Bloom Color: Bright red with ruffled petals
Container Friendly: Yes, excellent for patios and smaller gardens

💡 Care Tip: Light pruning immediately after flowering helps maintain a dense compact shape and encourages healthy branching. Apply mulch to help retain moisture and maintain acidic soil conditions.