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| 24+ | 35% off | $35.75 ea |
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Rhododendron 'PJM Elite'
Choose PJM Elite if you want a hardy evergreen rhododendron with lavender-pink spring bloom for a foundation or shrub border. The tradeoff: it needs acidic, well-drained soil and is not the answer for heavy deer pressure.
| Category | Grade | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape Impact | A- | It gives strong spring color and useful evergreen structure without looking too formal. |
| Growth Rate | B | It fills in steadily, but it will not give instant size. |
| Maintenance | B | It needs the right soil and moisture balance, but little shaping once established. |
| Deer Resistance | D | Rhododendrons can be browsed, so protect it where deer pressure is regular. |
| Small Space Fit | B- | It works in many home beds, but it needs room to mature naturally. |
| Screening Value | C+ | It offers evergreen cover, but its rounded habit is better for massing than tall screening. |
At PGNE, we'd typically recommend PJM Elite for customers who want a dependable evergreen rhododendron but do not want a large, loose-growing plant. Set it up in acidic soil and avoid wet low spots.
| Mature Height | 5.5 ft |
|---|---|
| Mature Width | 6 ft |
| Hardiness Zones | 4a-8a |
| Spacing | 5.5 ft |
| Sun | Full Sun to Part Shade |
| Moisture | Dry to average |
| Growth Habit | Rounded, mounding, dense |
Yes, though the foliage can take on a darker winter tone.
Only light cleanup after bloom if you want to shape it.
Yes, if the bed has enough depth and drains well.
Pro Growers of New England, Inc
SKU:PGNE-36008
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