Rhododendron ‘Girard’s Fuchsia’

Extremely winter hardy, Rhododendron ‘Girard’s Fuchsia’ is an outstanding, medium-sized semi-evergreen azalea producing masses of large, broadly funnel-shaped flowers, with slightly wavy edges, in the most vibrant fuchsia purple shades with deeper spotting in the throat and purplish-pink reverses. Blooming in late spring, the blossoms of this midseason rhododendron cover the shrub in a brilliant color display. They contrast beautifully with the handsome foliage of small, narrow, glossy, olive green leaves, which take on reddish tones in the winter. Compact, this evergreen azalea was bred at the Ohio-based Girard Nursery.

• Grows with a broad and spreading habit, up to 4-6 ft. tall and wide (120-180 cm)
• Winner of the Rhododendron of the Year Award of the American Rhododendron Society for the Mid-Atlantic, Great Lakes, North West, and South Central regions.
• A part shade lover, this plant is easily grown in moist, acidic, humusy, well-drained soils. Plant shallowly. Protect from frost to prevent damage to flowers. Mulch annually with leaf mold to retain moisture, control weeds, and cool the soil.
• Perfect for borders, as a flowering hedge or privacy screen, and for containers. Great for small gardens!
• Attracts butterflies, hummingbirds, and birds. 
• Excellent mildew resistance
• Removing spent flowers promotes new growth
• All parts of the plant are poisonous if ingested.
• Toxic to dogs, toxic to cats, toxic to horses.