Rhododendron
Your ultimate guide to Rhododendron: Everything you need to know with expert info for beginners and advanced gardeners alike.
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Have You Tried the Water Wick Plant Propagation Trick? This Unique Method of Rooting Directly on an Existing Stem Is Revolutionary and so EasyEasy and effective. That's what we like to see from a propagation hack! Take air layering to the next level with a simple water wick.
By Tyler Schuster
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The Elusive Blue Rhododendron May Be a Fantasy, but These 5 Cool Varieties Come Close – and They Look DivineDreaming of a blue rhododendron to cool down your next spring border? True azure blooms stay just out of reach, but these cool varieties deliver that icy vibe and come temptingly close to the dream
By Tyler Schuster
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Rhododendron Cold Weather Prep: The Secret to Lush Spring GrowthDon't let wind and ice destroy your precious rhodies. This guide covers essential rhododendron winter care, from windbreaks to watering and everything in between.
By Tyler Schuster
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Unlock the Secret to Stunning Rhododendron BloomsWant a riot of huge, bright flowers every spring? This comprehensive guide covers everything you could ever want to know about growing rhododendrons.
By Liz Baessler
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Want Dazzling Azaleas and Rhododendrons Next Spring? Do These 3 Fall Tasks – and Skip This Common MistakeThese essential tasks for fall will ensure your azalea and rhododendron shrubs will be lush and vibrant next spring.
By Kathleen Walters
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How Curling Leaves On Rhododendrons Act Like A ThermometerRhododendron leaves curling and drooping in winter? Read about thermotropic leaf movements.
By Teo Spengler
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Rhododendron Container Care: Growing Rhododendrons In ContainersWhile usually grown as shrubs, rhododendrons can get very big. They can also go the other direction and be grown as small, manageable plants in containers. Learn more about how to care for rhododendrons in pots in this article.
By Liz Baessler
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Feeding Rhododendrons: When And How To Fertilize RhododendronsFertilizing rhododendron bushes isn't necessary if the shrubs are planted in fertile soil. If your garden soil is poor, feeding rhododendrons is one way to provide the plants with nutrients. Click on this article to learn how to fertilize rhododendrons.
By Teo Spengler
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Burnt Rhododendron Leaves: Environmental Leaf Scorch On RhododendronsBurnt rhododendron leaves are most likely due to unfavorable environmental and weather conditions. Learn more about environmental leaf scorch here.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Fragrant Rhododendron And Azalea VarietiesMany rhododendrons and azaleas are exceptionally fragrant. Here are five of our favorite scented azalea and rhododendron varieties.
By Tonya Barnett
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What Is Lapland RhododendronWhat is a Lapland rhododendron? More difficult to grow than a garden rhody, this creeping groundcover is a prized wild specimen. Click for more.
By Tonya Barnett
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Zone 5 Rhododendrons – Tips On Planting Rhododendrons In Zone 5Those who live in cooler regions need to select hardy rhododendron varieties to be sure the bushes make it through the winter. For tips on planting rhododendrons in zone 5, as well as a list of good zone 5 rhododendrons, click the following article.
By Teo Spengler
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Pink Rhododendron Varieties: Picking The Perfect Pink RhododendronThere are more than 1,000 species of rhododendron, so if pink is your favorite, there are plenty to choose from. Click to learn about pink rhododendrons.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Companions For Azaleas And Rhododendrons: What To Plant With Rhododendron BushesRhododendrons and azaleas make beautiful landscape plants but require specific growing conditions. Learn what to plant with azaleas and rhododendrons here.
By Laura Miller
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Honeysuckle Azalea Care: Tips For Growing Honeysuckle AzaleasGrowing honeysuckle azaleas is a great option for shady areas and anywhere you want to enjoy a beautiful flowering shrub with a sweet aroma. With the right sun and soil conditions, this is an easy shrub to grow. Click here for more information.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Pacific Rhododendron Care – How To Grow A Pacific RhododendronUsing Pacific rhododendron plants as part of natural landscaping provides eye-popping blooms combined with ease of care. These wild plants are very adaptable and versatile. Click here for tips on how to grow a Pacific rhododendron in your garden.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Issues With Rhododendrons: Dealing With Rhododendron Insect Problems And DiseasesRhododendron bushes are similar to azaleas. Issues with rhododendrons are rare, as they are relatively low maintenance plants. Read this article for tips on how to avoid common problems of rhododendron.
By Susan Patterson

