Perfecto Mundo Double Purple
Rhododendron 'Perfecto Mundo Double Purple'
In growth
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In bloom
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Planting Guide
| Spacing | 3 ft apart |
|---|---|
| Planting depth | Crown at soil level |
| Chilling hours | 0 |
| Life expectancy | 10+ years |
| Growth rate | Moderate |
| Planted | 2025 |
| Bed | Barwaz Garden, Orchard Grove |
Growing Conditions
| Sun | Full Sun - Partial Shade |
|---|---|
| Water | Average |
| Soil type | Well-drained, acidic soil |
| Soil pH | 4.5-6.0 |
| Zones | 5-9 |
| Native status | Cultivar |
Appearance
| Type | Shrub |
|---|---|
| Leaf | Elliptic (Oval tapering ends) |
| Foliage colour | green, dark green variegated edges |
| Bloom | deep purple with white flecks |
| Fruit | Capsule |
| Evergreen | Semi-evergreen |
Root System
| System | Fibrous/Adventitious Systems |
|---|---|
| Morphology | Fine Roots (< 2 mm) |
| Function | Absorptive Roots (Lower Orders) |
| Propagation | softwood cuttings |
Wildlife & Safety
| Attracts | Bees, Butterflies |
|---|---|
| Deer | Not Resistant |
| Toxicity | Toxic to Humans & Pets |
| Edibility | Toxic |
| Companions | Ferns, Hostas |
Where it came from
| Grower | Proven Winners |
|---|---|
| Bought at | Kulak's Nursery |
Care
Requires consistent moisture, regular fertilization and deadheading. Tolerates full sun but may need afternoon shade in hot climates.
Maintenance
Remove faded flowers regularly, watch out for common pests like spider mites or aphids which may require organic treatment options.
Cleanup
Pinch back to promote bushiness and remove spent blooms after flowering. Dispose of dead material carefully as it can harbor disease.
Notes
A reblooming azalea variety developed at North Carolina State University.