Dwarf Evergreen Rhododendron Plant - Bright Red Blooms - Rhododendron ‘Vivacious’ - 12-15 Inch Wide Field Grown Shrub

Add brilliant spring color and compact evergreen beauty to your landscape with this live Rhododendron ‘Vivacious’, a dwarf hybrid rhododendron prized for its intense red ruffled blooms and tidy growth habit. Blooming in May during midseason, this striking evergreen shrub produces densely packed trusses of vivid red flowers that create a bold, eye-catching display against dark green slender foliage. Compact and easy to maintain, ‘Vivacious’ matures to approximately 3 feet tall and wide, making it ideal for borders, woodland gardens, small landscapes, foundation plantings, and decorative containers. Developed in Canada at Vineland Station near Niagara Falls, this resilient variety is known for its durability and likely exceeds its official USDA hardiness rating. Its evergreen foliage provides attractive structure year-round while the vibrant spring blooms bring dramatic seasonal color. You will receive a healthy live field-grown plant similar in size and condition to the one shown in the listing photos.

You will receive:

• ✔️ 1 live Rhododendron ‘Vivacious’ plant
• ✔️ Approximately 12–15 inches wide field-grown size
• ✔️ Healthy, rooted evergreen shrub
• ✔️ Compact dwarf red flowering rhododendron
• ✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

Common Name: Vivacious Rhododendron
Scientific Name: Rhododendron ‘Vivacious’
Sunlight: Filtered sun to full sun
Watering: Moderate; maintain evenly moist soil
Soil: Acidic, evenly moist, well-draining soil
Hardiness Zones: 6b
Growth Habit: Compact dwarf evergreen shrub
Format: Established field-grown plant

💡 Care Tip: Light pruning immediately after flowering helps maintain a dense compact shape and encourages healthy branching. Apply mulch to help retain moisture and maintain acidic soil conditions.