





Meet the Breeder
Joe Parks
USA
DANDY MAN® Purple

Rhododendron
Rhododendron
'LAVJ2011'
USPP 26,976





- Disease resistant
- Hardy
- Evergreen
Very disease resistant. Dandy Man® Purple rhododendron is a hard-working hybrid from Joe Parks that has proven itself hardy in Maine and New Hampshire. Pretty and tough, this shrub delivers!
USDA Zone 4 - 8 (-30°F/-34°C)

Exposure Full sun, Part sun
Height 4 - 8'
Width 4 - 8'
Finish Time 1 season
Type Evergreen
Bloom Time Spring
Flower Color Purple
Foliage Color Green
Liner Sizes Quick Turn
General Care
Soil Cool, acidic soils with abundant organic matter and good drainage are required.
Pruning Little required, but may be trimmed after flowering if desired.
Uses Foundation plantings; mixed borders; specimen; hedging; landscaping.
Growing Tips Flowers well even in shaded conditions.
Features: Evergreen, Attracts pollinators, Winter interest
Filters: Botanical genus: Rhododendron, Common name: Rhododendron, Retail program: Proven Winners® ColorChoice®, USDA Zone 4, USDA Zone 5, USDA Zone 6, USDA Zone 7, USDA Zone 8, Exposure: Full sun, Exposure: Part sun, Bloom time: Spring, Purple flowers, Green foliage
Features: Evergreen, Attracts pollinators, Winter interest
Filters: Botanical genus: Rhododendron, Common name: Rhododendron, Retail program: Proven Winners® ColorChoice®, USDA Zone 4, USDA Zone 5, USDA Zone 6, USDA Zone 7, USDA Zone 8, Exposure: Full sun, Exposure: Part sun, Bloom time: Spring, Purple flowers, Green foliage