Collection: Rhododendron

Rhododendron Plants for Sale

Rhododendrons are among the most spectacular spring-flowering shrubs you can grow, producing huge trusses of colourful blooms above glossy, evergreen foliage. Ranging from compact dwarf varieties perfect for pots to large, statuesque shrubs, there is a rhododendron for almost every garden. At Grasslands Nursery we grow a wide range of rhododendron plants for sale, all UK-grown and available to order online.

Choosing a rhododendron

• For small gardens & pots — compact dwarf rhododendrons and evergreen azaleas stay neat and floriferous.
• For impact — larger hybrids produce big trusses of flowers in reds, pinks, purples, whites and yellows.
• For shade — most rhododendrons flower well in dappled or partial shade, ideal beneath trees.

Rhododendron FAQs

What soil do rhododendrons need?
Acidic, well-drained, humus-rich (ericaceous) soil. In neutral or alkaline gardens, grow them in pots or raised beds with ericaceous compost.

Where should I plant a rhododendron?
In dappled or partial shade, sheltered from cold, drying winds, with moist but well-drained soil.

When do rhododendrons flower?
Mostly in spring (April–June), though some varieties flower earlier or later.

How do I care for rhododendrons?
Mulch with ericaceous matter, water with rainwater in dry spells, and deadhead spent flowers to encourage next year’s blooms.