Black Hat® Rhododendron 1 Live Evergreen Shrub, 3 Gallon Pot, 15 Inches – Rhododendron Hybrid

Black Hat® Rhododendron (Rhododendron hybrid, Black Hat®) is an ornamental evergreen flowering shrub recognized for its striking combination of colorful spring blossoms and unusually dark foliage. Its leaves develop deep green to burgundy-purple tones, creating a distinctive contrast with its bright pink flowers. The compact, densely branched growth habit makes this rhododendron suitable for woodland gardens, foundation plantings, partially shaded borders, and ornamental containers.

During spring, Black Hat® Rhododendron produces clusters of vibrant pink to rosy-magenta flowers that stand out against its dark foliage. The evergreen leaves may appear deep green, bronze, or purple-black depending on the season and growing conditions. This combination of flower color and foliage contrast provides ornamental interest beyond the main flowering period.

Black Hat® Rhododendron performs best in partial shade and acidic, organically rich, well-drained soil. It prefers consistent moisture without prolonged waterlogging and benefits from protection against intense afternoon sun and drying winds. Its compact habit and distinctive foliage make it especially suitable for sheltered garden beds, evergreen groupings, and appropriately sized outdoor planters with acidic growing media.

Each order includes 1 live Black Hat® Rhododendron supplied in a 3-gallon nursery pot (G3).

Approx. 15 inches tall at time of shipping.

Shipping Size

• Quantity: 1 Live Black Hat® Rhododendron Plant

• Container Size: 3 Gallon Nursery Pot (G3)

• Shipping Height: Approx. 15 Inches Tall at Time of Shipping

• Plant Form: Rooted, Container-Grown Evergreen Shrub

• Flower Color: Bright Pink to Rosy Magenta

• Flower Form: Showy Blossoms in Clusters

• Foliage Color: Deep Green to Burgundy Purple

• Foliage Characteristics: Dark, Glossy, Evergreen Leaves

• Growth Habit: Compact, Dense, Rounded

• Bloom Season: Spring

• Seasonal Appearance: Evergreen; Dark Foliage Tones May Vary With Season and Growing Conditions

Botanical Name Clarification: The supplied name Rhododendron × ‘Black Hat’ identifies a hybrid rhododendron marketed as Black Hat®. The multiplication sign indicates hybrid origin. The trade name is retained without assuming an independently verified cultivar denomination.

Plant Condition Disclosure:

Live plants may be shipped dormant, leafless, recently pruned, bare root, or partially defoliated depending on season, weather, and shipping requirements.

Natural variation in size, branching, foliage density, color, root structure, and overall appearance should be expected.

Important Note:

You will receive a live starter plant (seedling/young plant). Listing photos show the plant at a mature stage for reference only. The actual plant size, shape, and appearance may vary and will be significantly smaller than the images shown.

• Quantity: 1 Live Black Hat® Rhododendron Plant

• Container Size: 3 Gallon Nursery Pot (G3)

• Shipping Height: Approx. 15 Inches Tall at Time of Shipping

• Common Name: Black Hat® Rhododendron

• Scientific Name: Rhododendron Hybrid (Black Hat®)

• Trade Name: Black Hat®

• Plant Type: Broadleaf Evergreen Flowering Shrub

• Life Cycle: Perennial

• Plant Form: Rooted, Container-Grown Shrub

• Growth Habit: Compact, Dense, Rounded

• Flower Color: Bright Pink to Rosy Magenta

• Flower Form: Showy Blossoms in Clusters

• Bloom Season: Spring

• Foliage Color: Deep Green to Burgundy Purple

• Foliage Characteristics: Dark, Glossy Evergreen Leaves

• USDA Hardiness Zones: Generally 5–8; Confirm Local Suitability

• Sunlight: Partial Shade; Morning Sun Preferred

• Soil Preference: Acidic, Organically Rich, Well-Drained Soil

• Water Requirements: Moderate; Consistent Moisture Preferred

• Soil pH Preference: Acidic

• Pollinator Interest: Flowers May Attract Bees and Other Flower-Visiting Insects

• Landscape Uses: Woodland Gardens, Foundation Plantings, Shaded Borders, Evergreen Groupings, and Ornamental Containers

• Ornamental Interest: Bright Pink Spring Flowers and Dark Purple-Toned Evergreen Foliage

• Container Suitable: Yes, With Acidic Growing Medium and Adequate Drainage

• Outdoor Plant: Yes

• Seasonal Appearance: Evergreen With Seasonal Dark Foliage Coloration

• Primary Feature: Contrasting Pink Flowers and Dark Burgundy-Purple Leaves

Live Black Hat® Rhododendron (Rhododendron hybrid, Black Hat®), natural root system, nursery growing medium, 3-gallon nursery pot (G3).