Articles for tag: Rhododendrons

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The Pink Pearl Rhododendron

The Pink Pearl Rhododendron won the Award of Merit in 1897, a First Class Certificate from the Royal Horticultural Society of England for a cut flower truss exhibited with foliage in 1900, and the Royal Horticultural Society gave it an Award of Garden Merit in 1952. It is one of the least demanding and most ...

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How to Grow Blueberry Shrubs

Blueberries are a delicious fruit that is delicious and healthy for you. Yes, you can buy the blueberries in the grocery store, but the prices that you have to pay will almost buy you a blueberry bush. If you had your own blueberry bush, then you would have fresh blueberries to pick right off the ...

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Your Guide to Planting and Caring for Rhododendrons

Just what is a rhododendron? They are the beautiful evergreen shrubs found in many gardens. They have either broad or thinner thick leathery leaves with colorful spring flowers which attract hummingbirds. But there is more to them than that. , though the two names are often used interchangeably and in error. Confused? Join the club! ...

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Georgia’s Native Plants: Rhododendrons

Georgia has many great shrubs to plant in any yard or landscape. Of these, native Rhododendrons are some of the southern staples that are typically in people’s yards. These Rhododendrons are just some of the great natives that you’ll love for their lower maintenance. Rhododendron arborescens (Pursh) Torr. (Sweet Azalea, Smooth Azalea, Azalea arborescens) This ...

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Plants that Grow Well Under Pine Trees

Pine trees are beautiful and practical in a number of ways. Not only do they provide a natural windbreak, but they look and smell amazing. The scent of natural pine is unlike anything available in a bottle, and pine trees are an eye-catching and appealing part of the landscape. In addition, shade-loving plants that require ...