Rhododendron
Rhododendron · From spring flowers to small autumn surprises.

Rhododendrons bring strong colour when in flower and provide a shrub to plan the rest of a border around. Choose a variety to suit the space and conditions.
Give the roots a good home
Acidic, well-drained soil and a steady supply of moisture make a good foundation. Work gently near the shrub because its roots are shallow.
When flowering comes as a surprise
The article below features a pale flower that opened in September. It offers a short guide to what you can check before changing the plant’s care.
Sources and images 3
- Reader question: a rhododendron flower in September ↗Reader question and image
- RHS: rhododendrons ↗Reference
- Oregon State University: caring for rhododendrons ↗Reference