Rhododendron Live Evergreen Shrub #2 Container Dark Red Almost Black Blooms Rhododendron ‘Black Widow’

Add dramatic color and bold elegance to your landscape with Rhododendron ‘Black Widow’, a striking evergreen shrub prized for its incredibly dark maroon-black blooms and glossy green foliage. In bloom, this unique rhododendron produces heavy flower trusses with richly colored wavy-edged petals that appear almost black while still in bud, creating an unforgettable garden display. Bright white stamens provide stunning contrast against the deep velvety blooms, making ‘Black Widow’ a standout specimen in woodland gardens, borders, and foundation plantings. Its broad spreading habit and evergreen foliage provide year-round structure and visual interest in shaded landscapes. You will receive a healthy container-grown plant similar in size and condition to the one shown in the listing photos.

You will receive:

• ✔️ 1 live Rhododendron ‘Black Widow’ shrub
• ✔️ Grown in #2 nursery container
• ✔️ Healthy, rooted evergreen plant
• ✔️ Dark flowering landscape rhododendron
• ✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

Common Name: Black Widow Rhododendron
Scientific Name: Rhododendron ‘Black Widow’
Sunlight: Partial shade to filtered sun
Watering: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist
Soil: Acidic, moist, well-draining soil
Hardiness Zones: 6–8
Growth Habit: Broad spreading
Format: Container-grown

💡 Care Tip: Plant in a protected location with morning sun and afternoon shade to preserve bloom quality and glossy foliage. Mulching helps maintain moisture and cool root conditions year-round.