{"product_id":"rhododendron-florence-parks-evergreen-rhododendron-purple-spring-blooms-12-15-inch-field-grown-plant-hardy-shrub-zones-4-8","title":"Rhododendron ‘Florence Parks’ Evergreen Shrub | Purple Spring Blooms | Hardy Zones 4-8","description":"\u003cp\u003eAdd rich evergreen beauty and vibrant spring color to your landscape with this live Rhododendron ‘Florence Parks’, a dependable and cold-hardy purple-flowering rhododendron. This field-grown evergreen shrub produces abundant clusters of star-shaped purple blooms in late spring, creating a bold display against glossy dark green foliage. The showy flowers attract hummingbirds and pollinators, making it ideal for wildlife-friendly gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSlow growing but long-lived, ‘Florence Parks’ develops into a dense evergreen shrub perfect for borders, foundation plantings, privacy screens, woodland gardens, and mass landscape plantings. Hardy and easy to maintain once established, it provides year-round structure and seasonal floral beauty in a wide range of climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou will receive:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e✔️ 1 live Rhododendron ‘Florence Parks’ plant\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Approximately 12–15 inches tall\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Healthy, rooted field-grown evergreen shrub\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Purple spring flowering rhododendron\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Florence Parks Rhododendron\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rhododendron x ‘Florence Parks’ H-1\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 Established field-grown plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Filtered sun, partial shade, or morning sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Acidic, moist, organically rich, well-draining soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; keep soil evenly moist but not soggy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 5–6 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 5–6 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slow to moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Purple\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evergreen foliage and hummingbird attraction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContainer Friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, while young and excellent for shaded patios\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare Tip\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eApply mulch around the root zone to help maintain cool soil and consistent moisture. Feed with fertilizer formulated for acid-loving plants after flowering for best growth and bloom production.\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. 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