Growing Rhododendrons. New plants should be set in the ground so that their top roots stay at soil level or just beneath it. Growing rhododendron is an exacting task but with the right soil and location the rhododendron bush will provide an optimum performance.
Adjust spacing based on the approximate size of the cultivar at maturity. When it comes to rhododendrons it s position position position. Growing rhododendrons are happiest in a.
Video includes container growing suggested varieties and best growing conditions.
Zones 7 to 9. Unlike many blooming plants rhododendron does not like full morning sun in winter and does best when planted in dappled shade on the north side of a building. It will suit a small garden in a semi shady border or can be grown in containers. The pink and apricot blooms are very exotic and it will brighten up any area in part shade.