Rhododendron, Pink  
Roseum elegans

Hardy, evergreen is dense, spreading, upright rounded with vigorous growth habit.  Fairly large, glossy dark green leaves year round.  Dome-shaped flower clusters of lavender rose pink bloom late spring to early summer.

Best in partial shade, but does needs at least 4 hours of sunlight each day to set flower buds for the following year.   Extremely hardy.  Plant in moist, good, well-drained, acidic soil.

Ideal for foundation or border planting, evergreen background or hedge.

Zone: 4-8 Height 6-8 ft. Spread 6-8 ft.