{"product_id":"wissahickon-rhododendron-evergreen-rhododendron-purple-red-midseason-blooms-field-grown-12-15-plant","title":"Wissahickon Rhododendron – Evergreen Rhododendron | Purple Red Midseason Blooms | Field Grown 12–15\" Plant","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"112\" data-end=\"1225\"\u003eAdd bold midseason color and dependable evergreen beauty to your landscape with this live Wissahickon Rhododendron, Rhododendron ‘Wissahickon’, a cold-hardy ornamental shrub prized for its vivid purplish-red blooms and adaptable garden performance. Large funnel-shaped flowers open in rich purple-red tones accented by soft pink throats and delicate freckles, forming dramatic ball-shaped trusses with up to 16 blooms each. Blooming in midseason, this eye-catching rhododendron provides vibrant color when spring gardens are at their peak. Semi-glossy yellowish-green evergreen foliage offers year-round texture and structure, while the naturally open branching habit creates an elegant woodland appearance. Sun tolerant and extremely hardy to approximately -10°F, ‘Wissahickon’ is an excellent choice for borders, woodland gardens, foundation plantings, and ornamental landscape accents. These field-grown plants feature established root systems ready to thrive in the garden. You will receive a healthy live plant similar in size and condition to the one shown in the listing photos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1229\" data-end=\"1459\"\u003eYou will receive:\u003cbr data-start=\"1246\" data-end=\"1250\"\u003e✔️ 1 live Wissahickon Rhododendron plant\u003cbr data-start=\"1290\" data-end=\"1294\"\u003e✔️ Approximate field-grown size: 12–15 inches\u003cbr data-start=\"1339\" data-end=\"1343\"\u003e✔️ Healthy, rooted evergreen shrub\u003cbr data-start=\"1377\" data-end=\"1381\"\u003e✔️ Purple-red flowering rhododendron\u003cbr data-start=\"1417\" data-end=\"1421\"\u003e✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1463\" data-end=\"2236\"\u003e🌼 Growing Information\u003cbr data-start=\"1485\" data-end=\"1489\"\u003eCommon Name: Wissahickon Rhododendron\u003cbr data-start=\"1526\" data-end=\"1530\"\u003eBotanical Name: Rhododendron ‘Wissahickon’\u003cbr data-start=\"1572\" data-end=\"1576\"\u003ePlant Type: Evergreen flowering shrub\u003cbr data-start=\"1613\" data-end=\"1617\"\u003eGrowth Stage: Established field-grown plant\u003cbr data-start=\"1660\" data-end=\"1664\"\u003eSun Requirements: Partial shade to full sun\u003cbr data-start=\"1707\" data-end=\"1711\"\u003eSoil: Acidic, moist, well-draining soil\u003cbr data-start=\"1750\" data-end=\"1754\"\u003eWatering: Moderate; maintain evenly moist soil\u003cbr data-start=\"1800\" data-end=\"1804\"\u003eMature Height: Approximately 5 feet in 10 years\u003cbr data-start=\"1851\" data-end=\"1855\"\u003eGrowth Habit: Open upright evergreen shrub\u003cbr data-start=\"1897\" data-end=\"1901\"\u003eGrowth Rate: Moderate\u003cbr data-start=\"1922\" data-end=\"1926\"\u003eUSDA Zones: 5–8\u003cbr data-start=\"1941\" data-end=\"1945\"\u003eCold Hardiness: Hardy to approximately -10°F (-23°C)\u003cbr data-start=\"1997\" data-end=\"2001\"\u003eBloom Time: Midseason\u003cbr data-start=\"2022\" data-end=\"2026\"\u003eBloom Color: Purplish-red with pink throat and freckles\u003cbr data-start=\"2081\" data-end=\"2085\"\u003eFlower Size: Approximately 3⅛ inches across\u003cbr data-start=\"2128\" data-end=\"2132\"\u003eFoliage: Semi-glossy yellowish-green evergreen leaves\u003cbr data-start=\"2185\" data-end=\"2189\"\u003eSpecial Features: Sun tolerant and cold hardy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2240\" data-end=\"2410\"\u003e🌿 Perfect Landscape Uses\u003cbr data-start=\"2265\" data-end=\"2269\"\u003e✔ Woodland gardens\u003cbr data-start=\"2287\" data-end=\"2291\"\u003e✔ Foundation plantings\u003cbr data-start=\"2313\" data-end=\"2317\"\u003e✔ Mixed shrub borders\u003cbr data-start=\"2338\" data-end=\"2342\"\u003e✔ Evergreen specimen shrub\u003cbr data-start=\"2368\" data-end=\"2372\"\u003e✔ Pollinator-friendly spring gardens\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2414\" data-end=\"2610\"\u003e💡 Care Tip: Plant in acidic soil with mulch around the root zone to conserve moisture and protect shallow roots. Light pruning after flowering helps maintain shape and encourages fuller growth.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"RhododendronsandMore","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51759378104641,"sku":null,"price":258.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0980\/0758\/0993\/files\/ListingShopify2_22_632516f3-643d-401f-bd49-e6873764ead3.jpg?v=1779680676","url":"https:\/\/faithfolkstudio.com\/products\/wissahickon-rhododendron-evergreen-rhododendron-purple-red-midseason-blooms-field-grown-12-15-plant","provider":"FaithFolkStudio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}