El Camino maroon The exquisite blooms of this

The exquisite blooms of this maple leaf-shaped perennial are just special

Plant in partial shade to full sun and watch for blooms around April-June

so it is great for small areas and rock gardens

It is deer resistant and hardy to -25°F when protected from windchill

This native plant of mountainous China will be a delightful addition to your garden or rock garden

El Camino maroon The exquisite blooms of thisBrilliant dark pink wavy blossoms with crimson red spotting on the upper dorsal make full trusses of this lovely rhododendron. This prolific bloomer is dynamic, and its robust thick green foliage makes for an attractive skirting. It often blooms around April May, depending on growing conditions, our bloom photos were taken at the end of April. El Camino can grow to 5' tall when mature, and can have a full growth habit if trimmed after blooms are spent