Pjm Compact Rhododendron. This variety is noted for its tolerance for heat as well as cold. Rhododendron will grow to be about 4 feet tall at maturity with a spread of 3 feet.
Mezitt s initials were used to name the group. 4 9 size. It grows at a slow rate and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for 40 years or more.
It tends to be a little leggy with a typical clearance of 1 foot from the ground.
Rhododendrons require constant moisture but not standing water a fertile soil with a low ph and grow best in partial shade. It has evergreen leaves and lavender flowers and provides structure to a perennial border. The pjm rhododendron is a compact variety that is also quite easy to grow and does better in full sun that most rhododendrons. Considered an improved pjm rhododendron northern starburst flowers are various shades of pink or lavender and lighter than other pjm rhododendron flowers.