Rhododendron catawbiense 'Boursault' ~ Boursault Catawba Rhododendron year-round-interest sheer back in mid summer

sheer back in mid summer when woody base develops to renew foliage and promote fall flowering

Vulcan Red Cardinal Flower

Hot Blooded Lantana is a compact semi-evergreen annual with dense green foliage and prolific blooming

Tiger Eyes is a less aggressive spreader

Rhododendron catawbiense 'Boursault' ~ Boursault Catawba Rhododendron year-round-interest sheer back in mid summerBoursault Catawba Rhododendron is a dense upright evergreen shrub with uniform spreading branching and tidy dark green foliage. Large clusters of violet buds open to lavender flowers with reddish speckles in mid spring. Best grown in part sun and rich, moist, acidic well drained soils. Type: Shrub Origins: Appalachian Mountains; GA Native Height: 6' 10' Spread: 6 10' Spacing: 8' USDA Hardiness Zone: 4 8 Culture: Full Sun, Part Sun Bloom Color: Purple