Rhododendron 'Purple Passion' (Purple Passion Rhododendron)Perfect for decorative patio containers Attractive trusses of purple flowers with white highlighting and maroon spots on the throat Compact, well branched form Vigorous growth Dense, vigorous, rounded, broadleaf evergreen shrub with deep, dark green foliage. Big flower buds burst into bloom in mid to late May with big violet purple bloom trusses that cover the plant. Great for specimen use in foundation plantings or planted in groups for semi shaded