{"product_id":"10-seeds-rhododendron-catawbiense-catawba-rhododendron-shrub","title":"10 Seeds Rhododendron catawbiense Catawba Rhododendron Shrub","description":"\u003cp\u003eRhododendron catawbiense, commonly known as Catawba Rhododendron, is a handsome evergreen shrub prized for its large, showy clusters of lilac-purple blooms that appear in late spring. This hardy, densely branched plant adds rich structure and vibrant color to shaded borders, woodland gardens, and naturalized areas.\u003cbr\u003e\nThis ornamental shrub is easy to grow when given the right conditions, preferring acidic, well-drained soil and partial shade. Its broad evergreen leaves provide year-round interest, and mature plants can serve as an excellent privacy screen or foundation planting. Sow seeds on the surface of moist, acidic seed-starting mix and keep lightly misted until germination.\u003cbr\u003e\nSpecies: Rhododendron catawbiense\u003cbr\u003e\nVariety: Catawba\u003cbr\u003e\nType: Seeds\u003cbr\u003e\nPlant Habit: Shrub\u003cbr\u003e\nSun: Partial shade to filtered shade\u003cbr\u003e\nSoil: Acidic, well-drained, humus-rich\u003cbr\u003e\nZones: 4-8\u003cbr\u003e\nGermination: 2-6 weeks with cold stratification and light for germination\u003cbr\u003e\nSowing: Surface sow, do not cover, keep moist\u003cbr\u003e\nSpacing: 5-8 feet apart\u003cbr\u003e\nNotes: Evergreen with large purple flower clusters\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67663121973384,"sku":"EXGA-387","price":19.76,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0717\/4648\/6408\/files\/download_c7572687-a9be-4a0c-a2ca-8018baa7d692.png?v=1791895760","url":"https:\/\/www.natesgardensupply.com\/products\/10-seeds-rhododendron-catawbiense-catawba-rhododendron-shrub","provider":"Nate's Garden Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}