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Rhododendron, which is one of the most popular spring-flowering shrubs, will be able to accompany us many springs with proper care.
This evergreen shrub, which can grow only a few tens of centimeters high or surprise us with its mighty tree shape, ranks among one of the largest plant genera, Rhododendron. Their beautiful tufted flowers delight us, depending on the variety, from April to the end of May.
They need acidic and draining soil to grow. Rhododendrons do not like strong winds and direct midday sun, so we choose a shady or semi-shady place – they thrive best on the east and north sides of houses.
To give them enough time to take root and prepare for winter, we plant them in spring or autumn. We are careful to plant them shallowly, as the plant takes root just below the surface, which is why we have to water them abundantly, especially in summer.
The plant does not like hoeing, so occasionally only weeds are removed by hand. As we must nevertheless take care not to damage the roots by removing weeds, it is recommended to use a mulch, which at the same time prevents the growth of weeds and reduces water evaporation.
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We have a national Rhododendron garden here (in Australia) with many varieties planted in its huge acreage. It takes a couple of hours walk to walk around it all. It’s a great place to visit.
Sadly, it’s closed right now because of the coronavirus restrictions.
We only have one such park where we can see very different plants. Our park was also closed until recently.
Australia is blessed with many such gardens and botanical parks. We are lucky here.
Very nice and pretty plant…
You are right. I would have it in my garden.
This is very nice and pleasant to look. I like its color for it’s bright. I don’t if we this kind of flower in our place.
Thank you. I adore this color especially for flowers.
You’re welcome. My wife’s mini garden grows several bright color orchids.
With this flower, it means that the other flowers in the garden will be hoeing.
I haven’t had that flower in the garden yet. I am thinking of planting this plant.
It will help save you time on tending the garden.
I’ll see if that really works. I don’t believe everything they write 😃
Very useful tips, I have never taken care of this plant but I like it.
Thank you. I am thinking of planting this plant.
I really like Rhododendron in purple ..
I agree. I also like this color the most.
I love Rhododendron. It is beautiful. We have it here!
I agree. This plant is really beautiful.
such a beautiful flower. thanks for the knowledge – plant shallow water frequently!
Thank you. I’m thinking of planting it in the garden.
our outside garden is doing well, apparently, the house plants are the only thing we kill!!!!
I know from experience that houseplants are much more delicate than in the garden.
yes they are, I am the experience that says so! outside plants – in good shape. Inside plants, no longer living!
These make beautiful shrubs and bonsai, it doesn’t thrive in our hot weather.
You are right. The shrubs are beautiful. The plant is sensitive to climatic conditions.
I know this shrub. Its flowers are wonderful .
You are right. This plant blooms beautifully.
I have heard of this plant but we do not have it here.
This plant is very “picky” about the soil in which we plant it.
I love this plant, we call them Rhodies. Gorgues color here. Thanks for the post.
Thank you. I am thinking of planting this plant in the garden.
Good luck with it. They are beautiful.