Rhododendron Wren 5 Litre Pot

Rhododendron ‘Wren’ 5 Litre Pot – Compact, Early-Flowering Evergreen Shrub

Rhododendron ‘Wren’ is a charming, compact evergreen shrub celebrated for its luminous yellow spring flowers and neat, mound-forming shape. Supplied in a 5 litre pot, it’s an ideal choice for adding soft colour, structure, and year-round greenery to borders, woodland-style planting, or patio containers.

Seasonal Beauty & Colour

Spring: Produces masses of cheerful, pale yellow blooms that brighten shaded areas and emerge above tidy evergreen foliage.
Summer: Glossy, deep green leaves create a low, dense mound—perfect for softening edges and providing texture.
Autumn: Evergreen foliage remains vibrant, offering colour continuity as other plants fade.
Winter: A compact, glossy dome of leaves provides structure during the darkest months.

Structure & Growth

• Height & Spread: Typically reaches 0.1 - 0.5m tall and up to 0.5 - 1m wide—excellent for small spaces.

• Habit: Low-growing, compact, and spreading with an attractive dome shape.

• Flowers: Soft yellow, bell-shaped blooms in generous clusters—one of the best dwarf rhododendron varieties for bright spring colour.

Perfect For

• Adding spring brightness to shaded borders
• Small gardens, courtyards, or container displays
• Woodland gardens and acid-loving planting schemes
• Planting in pots for patios or entranceways
• Softening paths, edges, and mixed shrub plantings

Planting & Care

• Position: Prefers partial shade; thrives in dappled light or morning sun.

• Soil: Requires acidic, moist but well-drained soil rich in organic matter—use ericaceous compost for containers.

• Hardiness: Fully hardy across the UK.

• Maintenance: Minimal—light deadheading after flowering and mulching annually helps maintain moisture and soil acidity.

Why Choose Rhododendron ‘Wren’?

• Compact size perfect for small gardens and pots
• Soft yellow blooms—unusual and highly decorative
• Evergreen foliage for year-round structure
• Excellent in shaded or woodland-style gardens
• Low-maintenance and reliably hardy

Companion Planting Ideas

Pair with:

• Azaleas for a coordinated spring display

• Camellias to extend flowering interest

• Hostas or ferns for lush, leafy texture

• Heucheras for colourful foliage contrast

• Acer palmatum to add height and graceful, layered structure

Rhododendron ‘Wren’ 5L is an exceptional choice for gardeners seeking a compact, elegant evergreen shrub with luminous spring flowers—perfect for brightening shaded spaces and adding year-round charm to any garden.