{"product_id":"rhododendron-dragon-rare-evergreen-rhododendron-1-container-size-vibrant-purple-pink-blooms-collector-flowering-shrub","title":"Rhododendron ‘Dragon’ - Rare Evergreen Shrub with Vibrant Purple Pink Blooms in #1 Container","description":"\u003cp\u003eAdd 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHardy, 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eYou will receive:\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 live Rhododendron ‘Dragon’ plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginally grown in #1 container\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHealthy, rooted evergreen shrub\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRare collector rhododendron variety\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecure packaging for safe arrival\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dragon Rhododendron\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rhododendron ‘Dragon’\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evergreen flowering shrub\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Stage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Young established shrub\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Partial shade to filtered sunlight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Acidic, moist, well-draining soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; maintain evenly moist soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 5 feet in 10 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright and spreading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6–8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCold Hardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardy to approximately -10°F (-23°C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Midseason spring blooms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vivid purplish pink\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFragrance:\u003c\/strong\u003e None\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContainer Friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, excellent for patio containers and collector gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare Tip\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant Condition Disclosure\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLive plants may be shipped dormant, leafless, recently pruned, bare root, or partially defoliated depending on season, weather, and shipping requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNatural variation in size, branching, foliage density, color, root structure, and overall appearance should be expected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYou will receive a live starter plant (seedling\/young plant). Listing photos show the plant at a mature stage for reference only. The actual plant size, shape, and appearance may vary and will be significantly smaller than the images shown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCustomer Notice for Live Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLive plants may experience normal shipping stress such as leaf loss, yellowing, wilting, or minor branch damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlease consider local weather before purchasing. Extreme heat, freezing temperatures, severe weather, shipping delays, or unattended packages may increase plant stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDue to the perishable nature of live plants, returns are generally not accepted. 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