Rhododendron catawbiense 'Boursault' ~ Boursault Catawba Rhododendron year-round-interest sheer back in mid summer

sheer back in mid summer when woody base develops to renew foliage and promote fall flowering

Trim to keep within boundaries to prevent spread

Golden Alexander is a native herbaceous perennial toothed compound basal foliage and thin stems sporting flat umbel clusters of bright yellow flowers in late spring

Ruby Fringe Flower is a compact rounded evergreen shrub with ruby red foliage that matures to emerald green and heavy clusters of soft pink fringe-like flowers in late winter through spring

Tiger Eyes is a less aggressive spreader

Rhododendron catawbiense 'Boursault' ~ Boursault Catawba Rhododendron year-round-interest sheer back in mid summerBoursault Catawba Rhododendron is a dense upright evergreen shrub with uniform spreading branching and tidy dark green foliage. Large clusters of violet buds open to lavender flowers with reddish speckles in mid spring. Best grown in part sun and rich, moist, acidic well drained soils. Type: Shrub Origins: Appalachian Mountains; GA Native Height: 6' 10' Spread: 6 10' Spacing: 8' USDA Hardiness Zone: 4 8 Culture: Full Sun, Part Sun Bloom Color: Purple