Evergreens most susceptible to winter burn include broadleaved plants like rhododendrons and holly. Mulching can help maintain soil moisture in the winter and prevent and bronzing burn. Use organic ...

Rhododendrons like soil with a high amount of organic matter and mulch, so when planting or transplanting add bark dust, steer manure, or compost to the soil if it is not already very rich in organic ...

Q:I've heard that applying worm castings to the soil is an effective treatment for thrips on rhododendrons. Do you agree? If so, how thick should the layer be and is there an ideal season for it?

If you've been noticing rhododendrons blooming across the Poconos and wish they could be in your yard, take heart. The acid-loving plants are easy to grow and come in even more colors than before. Bob ...

The nursery manager of a local garden center once gave me some inside information on the trees and shrubs that people kill most often. Azaleas and rhododendrons topped the list, followed by dogwoods, ...

A good friend of mine told me that azaleas are very hard to grow here in the Chicago area but I still want to try. What steps can I take to successfully grow them? Azaleas and rhododendrons — common ...