Rhododendrons are very popular with hobby gardeners. They are actually very easy to care for and produce beautiful full flowers in bright colors in early spring. And although a rhododendron is actually considered to be very easy to care for, you can do a lot wrong here.
Pruning rhododendrons, for example, causes particular uncertainty. While some say the plant doesn't need pruning, gardening professionals disagree. This video explains why you should prune your rhododendron in the first place and how exactly you have to do it.
Anyone who cherishes and cares for their rhododendrons, but has been a little more cautious about pruning, should definitely watch the video. You will be amazed how the plant will thank you.
Did you know?
Rhododendrons are flat-rooted and should not be placed in areas where they can dry out quickly. The best places are actually in the shade under larger trees. But beware!
Not every shady tree is the ideal neighbor for a rhododendron. Birch, beech, linden, maple, poplar, willow and chestnut could deprive the rhododendron of water and nutrients. The better shade providers would be oaks, fruit trees, magnolias, laburnum and yews.