rhododendrons - A Selection

This award-winning Rhododendron produces dark pink buds which erupted in late spring to reveal large, trumpet-like blooms flushed with pink, with a yellow-green throat. Rhododendron 'Morning Cloud? is ideal for growing in containers in limited growing spaces such as terraces and courtyards, as well as small gardens with lime-free soil. Yakushimanum Rhododendrons are fully hardy, cope well in full sun, have a rounded, compact habit and are slow-growing, staying small for many years. Although

The Rhododendron 'Girard's Variegated Hot Shot' has a low spreading habit that makes it an ideal feature in acid borders. Its aggressively variegated foliage contrasts wonderfully with the ruffled, orange-red blossoms. Year-round colour to borders with olive green evergreen leaves with rich cream edges. Grow it in containers or a raised bed for a stunning display on the patio. The RHS Award of Garden Merit for this contemporary evergreen azalea is well-deserved. Height: 75cm (30). Spread: 100cm

Comparatively large, pale pink blooms with a deep rose blush cover this neat dwarf hybrid in April. Rhododendron 'Cilpinense' is a free flowering variety, with glossy, dark green leaves that provide valuable evergreen structure in the garden.

The magnificent trusses of Rhododendron ?Roseum Elegans? hold up to 15 dark purple buds which open from May to June to reveal large, trumpet-like flowers in lilac-pink, decorated with deep red freckles and fading to pink as they mature. The vibrant flowers contrast wonderfully against a background of deep green, leathery leaves. Rhododendron ?Roseum Elegans? grows into a dense, rounded shrub that makes a wonderful focal point and is great for creating hedge screening. An excellent evergreen

Rhododendron 'Glowing Embers' has coppery youthful leaves that contrast nicely with its dazzling orange-red flowers in May. Plant it in a shady, acid border or along a woodland edge, and its colourful autumn foliage will keep it interesting well into October. This attractive, deciduous cultivar belongs to the Azalea family and can survive cold, north-facing conditions. Height and spread: 120cm (48).

An evergreen azalea that has dark green foliage. Beautiful crimson-red flowers from April into May. Height 90-100cm.

Rhododendron 'Swift' is a free-flowering dwarf hybrid that puts on a spectacular show starting in early May. It has bunches of pale gold flowers with burgundy specks strewn throughout the throat.

Bred from Kaempferi x Malvatica, Rhododendron 'Connie' grows as a bushy, upright, evergreen shrub. Reddish-orange, funnel-shaped flowers are produced in May and June, while the mid-green, glossy leaves turn reddish in autumn. T

Rhododendron 'Salmon's Leap' is a compact, deciduous azalea with vibrant salmon-pink flowers that bloom in the spring, creating a colourful display in the garden. This low-maintenance shrub thrives in partial shade and acidic, well-draining soil. It reaches a height and spread of around 2 to 3 feet (60 to 90 cm), making it suitable for smaller gardens, containers, and flower borders. With its fragrant blooms, drought tolerance, and resistance to pests, 'Salmon's Leap' is an excellent choice for

Rhododendron 'Pintail,' which was recently introduced, is an exceptional variation that always puts on a stellar show. Masses of candy pink blooms are grown in thick bunches throughout April, enveloping this miniature hybrid shrub from top to bottom.

Rhododendron yakushimanum 'Soft Pink' is a compact variety of this popular evergreen shrub that's ideal for small gardens and containers. The rounded clusters of soft pink funnel-shaped blooms are large and showy, creating a spectacular display throughout May and June.

The glowing blooms of Rhododendron 'Orange King' are delicately freckled with orange-red markings. The bright blooms are borne in May, standing out nicely from the glossy, dark green foliage. This evergreen Azalea has a neat, bushy habit, remaining compact and manageable with maturity. A lovely specimen for containers and ericaceous borders where it will provide year round interest and structure. Height and spread: 75cm (30).Plant height and spread is seasonal therefore we list by pot size

A particularly resilient variety that will even tolerate a neutral to slightly alkaline soil. This tough evergreen produces white flowers, with a splash of pale gold at the centre, opening from mauve buds.

Throughout April and May, Rhododendron 'Amoena' generates multitudes of boisterous, magenta-pink blooms that nearly completely cover the evergreen leaves. This charming Japanese azalea creates a lovely highlight in the border when grown in a lovely container on the patio. This clean, evergreen Azalea provides a superb, low-maintenance shrub for year-round structure and colour in the border, thanks to its confined spreading habit. Height and Spread: 120cm (48).

Rhododendron 'Shamrock' is a clean and compact shrub that forms a well-behaved evergreen mound. With its green-tinted buds and soft yellow flowers, this beautiful dwarf hybrid embodies the freshness of spring. From April through May, the blooms cover their beautiful, dark green leaves. It's a great specimen shrub for front borders, woodland margins, rock gardens, and containers. Height: 60cm (24). Spread: 90 cm (36).

This superb Yakushimanum hybrid is perfect for small gardens with lime-free soil and for container planting in small growing spaces such as courtyards and terraces.