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Delightful mauve buds open into frilly pink flowers. Rhododendron’s prefer dappled shade, but can be grown in full sun if protected from afternoon sun or kept well watered. Prune after flowering to maintain shape and to promote new growth. Mulch root area annually to keep cool. Avoid Lime. Evergreen

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Pretty delicate rose coloured buds open to rose pink flowers. Rhododendron’s prefer dappled shade, but can be grown in full sun if protected from afternoon sun or kept well watered. Prune after flowering to maintain shape and to promote new growth. Evergreen.

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Compact, wide growing and vigorous Rhododendron.. Flowers are white with yellow eye. Long, flat, light green leaves. Prefers dappled shade. Prune after flowering to maintain shape and to promote new growth. Mulch root area annually to keep cool. Avoid Lime. Evergreen.

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Rhododendron. Large rose pink buds open out to funnel shaped, frilly blooms of pale pink that gradually fade to almost white. The blooms start to appear in winter, nice compact growth habit. Plant in dappled light with acid soil and mulch annually to keep the roots cool. Avoid Lime. Evergreen.

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Bring some sunshine yellow to the garden in winter with this lovely little Rhododendron which is free flowering and very showy. The open trumpet shaped blooms form loose trusses of yellow set nicely against the green slightly 'hairy' foliage. Prefers a sunny spot and acid soil. Evergreen.

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Large trusses of bright red bell shaped blooms appear from late winter. Dark green foliage and an erect open habit. Plant in semi-shade with acid soil for best results however Rhododendron 'Cornubia' is known to cope with more sun that many other cultivars. Evergreen.

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This delightful Rhododendron variety will put on a stunning display with its white, fragrant flowers in mid-late Spring. It has a compact, bushy habit. Hardy to -5c. Evergreen.

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An easy care free flowering evergreen Rhododendron with fragrant large white flowers, pale pink outside which flower in Spring. Plant in semi shade, avoid Lime and mulch annually for best results. Fragrant Evergreen.

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The Rhododendron ' Cunningham 's White' is a flat round, particularly compact , bushy , evergreen shrub. Flowers are white maturing to Blush pink some with yellow centers. Plant in semi shade, avoid Lime and mulch annually for best results. Evergreen.

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Rhododendron Denali a very strong growing variety with dark green, bold foliage beautiful large trusses of deep rose pink.Needs protection from harsh frost and acid soil to do really well. Evergreen.

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Pretty pink wavy edged flowers fading to white as they age. This is another plant in the 'Seven Dwarf' series of compact Rhododendrons. Plant in semi shade, avoid Lime and mulch annually for best results. Evergreen.

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A beautiful Rhododendron with fat pink buds that open to large trusses of soft yellow flowers with a pink blotch in the centre. Flowers appear in early spring. Dark green foliage and a compact habit. Plant in dappled light with acid soil and mulch annually to keep the roots cool. Evergreen.

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Rhododendron Dreamland has a good trusses of pale pink edged deeper pink flowers on a compact bush Beautiful Height.Needs protection from harsh frost and acid soil to do really well. Evergreen.

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Rhododendron A real beauty with bell shaped, very fragrant white flowers that may flush pink or have a yellow centre. It has an interesting foliage that is glossy and wrinkled. A striking addition to the garden and also renown for its resilience. Evergreen

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A variety that produces glossy green foliage that enhances lovely deep pink flowers with a darker blotch. November flowering. Best situated for morning sun and afternoon shade. Likes and acid fertilizer and trimmed after flowering. Evergreen.

Now this one is a stunner once grown as it can be a large shrub or small tree. Depends on how you keep it pruned. It produces big blooms of soft pink flowers through Spring. Happiest in semi-shade with acid soil. Avoid Lime. Evergreen.

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A vigorous, hardy and tolerant Rhododendron that has deep rose pink, trumpet blooms that form dense large trusses. Very free flowering, puts on a spectacular display mid spring. Plant in dappled light with acid soil and mulch annually to keep the roots cool. Est 10 yr. growth. Evergreen.

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Eric's Triumph has lush mid green foliage that starts a soft yellow green with green buds that then burst forth with fragrant pretty creamy white trumpet shaped flowers with a golden eye. Suitable for most garden situations. Happiest with dappled light. Evergreen.

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Dense trusses made up of cup-shaped flowers form a rare combination of rose with creamy pink in the throat. Woolly indumentum underneath large, elliptic leaves. A Rhododendron in a class of its own. Plant in semi shade, avoid Lime and mulch annually for best results. Evergreen.

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The double flowers of this dome shaped Rhododendron are the prettiest shade of soft mauve highlighted with a blotch of lemon-brown in the centre. The flowers appear in spring in loose trusses. Happiest in semi-shade with acid soil. Avoid Lime. Evergreen.

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Rhododendron Bred in NZ by Felix Jury this handsome shrub has dark green leathery foliage. In spring fragrant trumpets of bloom in tones of pastel apricot with a pink flush and just a hint of orange in the throat will make you realize it is an excellent choice for a semi-shaded part of the garden. Evergreen.

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Striking bicolour with cream flowers with a richer cream shaded centre and a shadow edge of red. WOW! The growth habit is dense, low growing and spreading. Some afternoon shade & summer moisture. Evergreen.

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One of the best reds in the genus! If you love red, this flower will knock your socks off! The calyx is almost as big as the flower and just as red. Plant in semi shade, avoid Lime and mulch annually for best results. Evergreen.

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A striking Rhododendron that produces large trusses of blooms that are bright yellow in the center and has bold red-orange margins. Foliage is dark glossy and green all year round and flowering around November. Likes morning sun and afternoon shade. Acid fertilizer. Evergreen.

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Rhododendron With lovely, long, lily-white flowers and a yellow center these fragrant flowers, flower late Spring. Tall upright habit. Plant in well drained, acidic, organically enriched soil, sun to part shade. Very hardy. Evergreen.

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Rhododendron Floral Gift has apple-blossom buds open to large tubular creamy white flowers, thick and waxy in appearance, rather like a large lily. Some pink remains in the outer flower. The fragrance is delightful.Needs protection from harsh frost and acid soil to do really well. Evergreen.

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A stunning variety with amazing white blooms that are flushed and streaked with carmine; an unusual showy accent plant; needs well-drained, acidic soil. Plant in semi shade, avoid Lime and mulch annually for best results. Fragrant. Evergreen

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Big truss with very large cherry-red blooms, flowering mid season. A vigorous upright habit with a large dark green foliage. Will look good in any ones garden with morning sun and afternoon shade. Fertilize with an acid fertilizer as buds are forming. Evergreen.

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Rhododendron Frosted Ice has pure white flowers are held in a tight trusses on a compact plant.The compact habit and attractive dark green foliage are an added bonus for this plant. Thrives in semi-shaded well-drained conditions. Evergreen

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A gorgeous medium size Rhododendron with bright green dense foliage and very large trusses of lemon yellow flowers. Really tidy easy to grow plant. It flowers mid to late spring. Prefers dappled light and acid soil, mulch annually and avoid Lime. Evergreen.

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The Glenfalloch Blue is a real stunner with it's luminous blue flowers. Hardy to full sun. Always creates a great interest when flowering as it is truly different to other blue Rhododendrons. The vibrance is spectacular. Prefers acid soil. Evergreen.

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A spreading evergreen shrub reaching 80cm in 10 years. Young leaves have a silvery-grey felted underside. In mid-Spring it produces trusses of up to 13 pale pink flowers that gradually fade to white. Thrip resilient. Like morning sun and afternoon shade and well drained acidic soils.

This one has large pink flowers with a lighter center. Its a vigorous grower and prefers dappled light to protect its large, lush green foliage. Flowers in December. Makes for a small tree or large bush as a beautiful specimen in any garden. Evergreen. Prune after flowering to maintain shape.

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What a superb Rhododendron this is. A sturdy compact habit with large, deep green, handsome foliage. The wow happens in early spring when large rounded trusses of vivid red blooms will light up the garden. Plant in semi-shade with acid soil and mulch annually for best results. Evergreen.

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With very showy flowers of reddish purple and greenish white centers and a red blotch. Its a variety that is more open and taller rather than wide. Flowering in Spring the blooms are enhanced by lush green foliage. Evergreen.

Rhododendron A very free flowering Yakushimanum hybrid that holds its stunning soft pink color for a long period before fading to a paler pink. Compact rounded trusses on a compact plant. Needs protection from harsh frost and acid soil to do really well. Evergreen.

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This dwarf Rhododendron has deep green foliage and a very compact habit. The pale yellow flowers which are tinged with pink don't look at all 'grumpy' and in fact are quite cheerful when they emerge in spring. Plant in semi-shade in the garden or a container, prefers acid soil. Evergreen.

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Rhododendron. An evergreen shrub with a compact but spreading habit. Stunningly fragrant white flowers tinged with pink and yellow staining at the throat. Protect from frosts to protect the flower buds. Plant in semi shade, avoid Lime and mulch annually for best results. Evergreen.

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An award winning Rhododendron the dainty dark green foliage and a nice rounded habit. In spring mauve buds open to pure white flowers with a dusting of green in the throat. Very beautiful. The red stems complete the picture. Plant in semi-shade with acid soil for best results. Evergreen.

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This Rhododendron is an amazingly prolific flowerer, offering strong apricot pink flowers. Dark green rolled foliage and compact habit. Plant in semi shade, avoid Lime and mulch annually for best results. Evergreen.

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Hinoki has stunning pale pink star shaped flowers with tinges fading to apricot and yellow in the throat. Flowering in October . Suitable for most garden situations. Happiest with dappled light. Mulch around the roots annually to keep cool. Avoid Lime. Evergreen

A vigorous upright shrub that will produce large conical clusters of white flowers with a delicate flush of pink. Flowering mid-season with dark glossy green foliage you don`t want to miss out on this one. Likes dappled sun through Summer so as to not burn the foliage.

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Rhododendron Honey Butter produces a pretty mix of yellow flowers with a pink flare around the edge. A bushy evergreen plant that is ideal for patio planters, borders and woodland glades. Plant in semi shade, avoid Lime and mulch annually for best results. Evergreen.

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A lovely Rhododendron with deep green foliage and a neat and tidy habit. The compact trusses of bloom appear in spring and are in tones of apricot opening to large creamy flowers. Plant in semi shade, avoid Lime and mulch annually for best results. Evergreen. Highly recommended.

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A medium size Rhododendron with bright green foliage and glowing pinky-red blooms that appear in spring. Excellent choice for a border or perhaps a container in a shady corner. Prefers dappled light and acid soil, mulch annually and avoid Lime. Evergreen.

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An unusual little species Rhododendron native to China with a low compact habit. The green foliage is dainty and aromatic, the spring flowers are funnel shaped, toned blue-mauve and lightly scented. Happiest in semi-shade with acid soil. Mulch the roots annually to keep cool. Evergreen.

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Rhododendron Black red buds open to very dark dusky red funnel shaped flowers, with wavy edged lobes, in small trusses. Dark green leaves on a neat compact growing plant. Plant in semi shade, avoid Lime and mulch annually for best results. Evergreen.

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This Rhododendron has very attractive soft pink blooms fading to cream with a lovely deep pink frilly edge. NZ raised. Impressive large green foliage. Spring flowering. Plant in a semi-shaded position and mulch regularly to keep the roots cool. Evergreen.

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A nice compact Rhododendron with loose trusses of frilly orange blooms suffused with yellow. The flowers smother the long narrow foliage in mid spring. Happiest in semi-shade with acid soil, suitable for container growing. Evergreen.

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Rhododendron Worth planting in the garden for the fragrance alone but you will also be delighted by the pink buds that open out into pretty palest pink-cream blooms in spring. Nice foliage too. Plant in semi-shade with acid soil for best results. Evergreen.

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Excellent Compact Rhododendron, very floriferous and showy with stunning foliage. Beautiful trusses of strong peachy pink flowers with frilled margins stand out against the leathery green foliage in spring. Plant in a semi-shaded position and mulch regularly to keep the roots cool. Avoid Lime. Evergreen.

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A medium height Rhododendron that flowers early to mid season with large, lightly fragrant soft cream buds that open in shades of buff to white with yellow throats in Spring. Prefers to be in the garden rather than a pot or container and in partial shade / dappled light. Evergreen.

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The buds are buff yellow with a pink flush and the fully open flowers fade out to a cream with a yellow throat and it is also fragrant. The leaves are quite small and slightly hairy and the plant stays well furnished and compact. Plant in semi shade, avoid Lime and mulch annually for best results. Evergreen.

A pretty Rhododendron with large, lovely, pale pink trusses that open from deeper pink buds, light green foliage. Great to plant at the back of the garden to allow smaller plants in front. Plant in well drained, acidic, organically enriched soil, sun to part shade. Very hardy. Evergreen.

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Yak hybrid. With beautiful red buds they open to ruffled rose pink flowers in spring fading to clear pink. This variety is a compact grower so don`t hide it at the back of the garden, let it show off in the front or even in a container. Likes the shade in moist well drained soil. Evergreen

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Rhododendron. Bred by Bernard Hollard and named for his garden near Kaponga this outstanding Rhododendron will become a firm favourite as long as you love red. Large balls of bright red bloom are borne in profusion around September. Compact habit. Tolerates sun or part shade. Evergreen.

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Large wide funnel shaped yellow flowers that glow in the light in early Nov. The bush of deep green foliage is an attractive copper when making new growth.Needs protection from harsh frost and acid soil to do really well. Evergreen.

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Large bright cerise pink flowers smother this plant late in the season. Great evergreen shrub for dappled shade. Frost tolerant, prefer partial shade and acid soil. Prune after flowering.

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Vigorously growing Rhododendron, bushy form of large, rounded leaves. Flowers in large, conical trusses of rich cream. Mid season blooming.Happiest with dappled light. Mulch around the roots annually to keep cool. Avoid Lime. Evergreen

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A NZ Hybrid Rhododendron with long pale green foliage and dense trusses of creamy white flowers that open from pink buds. The flowers have a hint of yellow spotting in the throat. Upright bushy habit. Flowers appear around October. Plant in semi-shade with acid soil for best results. Evergreen.

This is a stunning Rhodo with lush dark green foliage that helps enhance deep dark red blooms on large trusses. Flowering in November when the early varieties are finishing. Thrives in morning sun and afternoon shade in a well drained acidic soil. Mulch in Summer to keep the roots cool. Evergreen

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aka syn. maddenii 'Virginale'

A superbly perfumed Rhododendron with soft pink buds opening to clear white with a gold eye. Attractive shiny foliage. Protect from heavy frosts. Blooms late season. Plant in well drained, acidic, organically enriched soil, sun to part shade. Evergreen.

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Looking pretty as a picture, Rhododendron Lady Adam Gordon has rounded trusses of bright pink flowers that hold their colour well. This is a Yakushimanum hybrid with tight, compact growth. Prefers semi-shade and an acid soil. Mulch to keep the roots cool. Evergreen.

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Stunning white flowers, each with a bright yellow speckling on the petals. October welcomes large trusses stuffed full of bell shaped flowers and dense dark green leaves all year long. Grows wider than it does tall ideal for mass planting in empty wide open garden spaces. Acid soil. Evergreen.

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Rhododendron A beautiful plant, with soft primrose yellow flowers smothering the bush. Giving a translucent glow in partial shade this rhododendron will light up any corner. Free flowering, bushy habit. ,. in semi shade, avoid Lime and mulch annually for best results. Evergreen.

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Rhododendron A late bloomer with beautiful clear yellow trusses flowering Late Spring early Summer, like a ray of sunshine shining through glossy green foliage. Plant in well drained, acidic, organically enriched soil, sun to part shade. Very hardy. Evergreen.

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This Dwarf Rhododendron has yellow greenish coloured flowers that appear in spring and a compact habit. Happiest in acid soil in dappled shade. Mulch the surface roots regularly to keep cool. Evergreen.

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When this gorgeous Rhododendron is in flower you won't be able to keep your eyes off the simply magnificent, showy white trusses margined with pink. Strong and vigorous with an upright habit. Happiest in acid soil in dappled shade. Mulch the surface roots regularly to keep cool. Evergreen.

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Large, tight trusses of burgundy-red flowers that are paler in the center to near white. Flowering late Spring early Summer. It has a unique form as the flowers appear perfectly symmetrical. Plant in well drained, acidic, organically enriched soil, sun to part shade. Very hardy. Evergreen.

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Rhododendron Species. Bronze-green foliage, decorative papery bark and very fragrant blooms that appear in late spring. The blooms are trumpet shaped and toned cream with a flush of pink. Prefers a semi-shaded sheltered spot and acid soil. Mulch annually to keep the roots cool. Evergreen.

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Rhododendron Open trumpets of cream edged with deep shell pink appear in rounded trusses in spring. Very striking. Happiest in semi-shade with acid soil. Mulch the roots annually to keep cool. Evergreen.

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Rhododendron A mound-forming shrub with dark green glossy leaves and loose, open, funnel-shaped, dark red flowers deeper at the margins with dark red spots which appear in the spring. Prefers dappled light or morning sun afternoon shade. Evergreen and feed with acid fertiliser.

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A charming little Rhododendron that is slow growing and compact in habit. The rose pink buds open to a softer shade of pink and fade to white as they mature. Long oval leaves.Plant in semi shade to full sun , prefers acid soils, avoid Lime and mulch annually for best results. Evergreen.

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A vigorous and handsome Rhododendron with handsome waxy green foliage. In spring strong stems hold aloft large rounded blooms of brightest red. Stunning to light up a semi-shaded spot especially if you plant more than 1! Plant in acid soil and mulch regularly for best results. Evergreen.

A later bloomer than most but with its flower trusses of stunning red and featuring a whitish center that are brought to attention with nice dark green leaves. Thrives in average acidic soil and prefers morning sun and afternoon shade. Evergreen.

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Rhododendron Has yellow-green flowers with "flashy" purplish-pink margins. Wow, how showy! It is a great plant with delightful foliage that will make a wonderful impression in your garden. Plant in semi shade, avoid Lime and mulch annually for best results. Evergreen.

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One of our most popular fragrant Rhododendrons. Strong perfume. Large white flowers with flushed yellow throat. Tends to have a slightly open habit. Prefers a sheltered position in the semi-shade away from frost. Avoid lime, acid lover. Evergreen.

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Rhododendron Sumptuous fat buds of golden yellow open to reveal exquisite large blooms in a soft lemon-cream shade. Just gorgeous - no wonder Micheal was proud. Nice green foliage. Plant in semi-shaded, sheltered position in acid soil for best results. Tolerates light frost. Evergreen.

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Rhododendron Large, rounded clusters of striking bi-colored flowers that are edged dark magenta with a white center and speckled dotted throat. Flowering mid-Spring. Plant in well drained, acidic soil, sun to part shade. Evergreen . Hardy.

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Bred by Felix Jury this elegant Rhodo features rose-pink buds that fade to creamy-yellow trumpet shaped flowers which are lightly fragrant. The trumpet flowers have a wave to frilly lobes and a green-orange blotch at the back of the throat. Dense dark green foliage is all year round. Evergreen.

Like afternoon shade.

With mid-Spring flowers flushed of pale lavender-pink with a paler throat fading to cream held in rounded trusses, this is something special. Being from the yakushimanum collection its small enough it can be grown in a decent pot or container. Nice dark green foliage. Likes acidic fertiliser. Evergreen.

A hardy variety that is compact by nature. Has lovely burgundy purple flowers that will smother the bush in Spring. Ideal variety for a decent pot or container in the courtyard or garden where it can be in morning sun and afternoon shade. Feed with a slow release acid fertilizer. Evergreen

This lush bush produces full trusses of buttery yellow blooms that are complemented by dark glossy green foliage that has a striking coppery new growth. Prefers morning sun and afternoon shade in hot dry Summers. Does well in acidic soil which is rich in compost and well drained. Evergreen

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A vigorous and reliable Rhododendron with large trusses of snowy white flowers with a hint of brown speckling in the throat. Flowers in spring. Plant in a semi-shaded spot with acid soil and mulch annually to keep the roots cool. Evergreen.

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Rhododendron The blush pink, edged with lavender and heavily spotted chestnut-brown, funnel-shaped flowers are borne in huge, pyramidal trusses of up to 12 during mid to late spring. Plant in semi shade, avoid Lime and mulch annually for best results. Evergreen.

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Clothed in round rich soft lavender flower with darker centre, compact growing, free flowering with large trusses. Plant in semi shade, avoid Lime and mulch annually for best results. Evergreen.

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Large trusses of beautiful and unusual pinky-apricot flowers with a hint of creamy yellow in their throats. Blooms are held in tight, conical trusses. Sturdy upright but rounded plant. Plant in semi shade to full sun, prefers acid soils, and mulch annually for best results. Evergreen.

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This lovely well proportioned shrub has beautiful China rose pink edged flowers fading to a maize yellow center and some orange speckling in the throat. The new growth after green is tinged deep red. October flowering.

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Rhododendron - Very compact shrub, bright pink flowers, paling with age, with dominant flare. Trusses are very round and compact and are held well to give a good display. The plant is hardy and has a good dense habit. Can suffer frost damage to the buds in very cold areas. Flowers Spring.

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With large orange-copper flowers in loose trusses in late Spring this one is more suited to warmer climates which helps add that tropical feel to any garden along with its nice green foliage. Plant in acidic soil, well drained and will tolerate a bit more sun than shade. Hardy. Evergreen.

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Beautiful blooms of deep, rich, blackberry purple with a hint of coffee coloured spotting towards the throat of the flower will be much admired in spring. This Rhododendron is happiest in a semi-shaded cool spot in the garden with acid soil. Mulch the roots annually. Evergreen.

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A very pretty Rhododendron with apricot buds that open to reveal cream and pale yellow blooms with an apricot centre. Generous with bloom in spring. Forms a nice compact bush with dark green foliage. Happiest in semi-shade in acid soil. Mulch regularly to keep the roots cool. Evergreen.

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Large bright white flowers with a small gold eye. Round, full trusses against excellent large foliage.Plant in well drained, acidic, organically enriched soil, sun to part shade. Very hardy. Bloom Mid-late. Evergreen.

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A really lovely award winning Rhododendron that has a rounded compact habit. Dark green, glossy foliage and breath taking blooms. Rounded trusses of cream flushed with pink and soft apricot appear mid spring and gradually fade to creamy-white as they age. Evergreen.

Perfect for a semi-shaded spot.

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Beautiful balls of bloom that are shaded white an attractively speckled at the throat. Handsome glossy green foliage and a neat and tidy habit. Plant in a semi-shaded position in acid soil for best results. Evergreen.

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Featuring light pink flowers with subtle speckles and a brighter margin on large, rounded clusters of funnel shaped blooms through October. A sturdy upright growing shrub with lovely green leaves. Thrives in morning sun and afternoon shade in free draining acidic soil. Evergreen.

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With reddish-pink flowers fading to almost white this is a very special Rhododendron. Its a dense bush with a most attractive woolly covering which also helps deter thrip. Flowering in Spring this smaller growing variety is deem oh so cute. Evergreen. Likes partial afternoon shade.

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Gorgeous large delicate shell pink blooms that are quaintly fragrant. Suitable for most garden situations. Happiest with dappled light. Mulch around the roots annually to keep cool. Avoid Lime. Evergreen.

Fragrant ice blue flowers, maturing to white will delight from late spring. Forms an attractive evergreen shrub. Best with some afternoon shade & water during hot, dry spells. Evergreen.

A lovely frilly edged Rhodo with pearl pink flowers aging to white, with a dark rose pink blotch and spots at the base. Flowering mid-late Spring with a back drop of ark green foliage its a head turner. Likes acid soil that`s free draining and afternoon shade. Evergreen.

Clear cut soft lemon flowers gently tinted with pale lilac pink along the edges and a subtle reddish throat. Produces round clusters of flowers late in the season. Makes a lovely evergreen shrub in the garden look special. Grows well in morning sun and afternoon shade in acidic soil. Evergreen.

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A striking medium size variety with medium size trusses of white flowers that are boldly edged bright red with unusual foliage that is brightly variegated with splashes of lime green. Spring flowering. Good for in the garden or planting under large trees in a sheltered location. Evergreen.

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Rhododendron. A deliciously fragrant Rhododendron with elegant white blooms that open from pale pink buds. A real delight for a semi-shaded, sheltered spot in the garden or equally lovely in a container.Needs protection from harsh frost and acid soil to do really well. Evergreen.

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This one is a little, compact cutie with bright purple-violet, little flowers and little leaves in Spring. Dark green foliage and likes to be planted in partial shade and rich organic, slightly acidic soil thats moist and free draining. Evergreen. Hardy.

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Here is an outstanding shrub with deep, rich, purple blooms and dark green, disease resistant foliage. It is a vigorous grower and dense and compact in shape. October flowering depending on regions. Best positioned in morning sun and afternoon shade. Fertilize with an acid fertilizer. Evergreen.

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Glowing red flowers in lovely shaped trusses. With it's tidy habit and excellent deep green leathery foliage this rhodo is a show stopper. Plant in semi shade, avoid Lime and mulch annually for best results. Evergreen.

Mid Spring flowering. Beautiful flowers edged deep pink to pale pink to white, resulting in a two tone effect. Quite spectacular. A hardy variety with glossy foliage and a vigorous habit. Evergreen.

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Well the name of this Rhododendron is a bit off putting but what it means is that the beautiful large blooms of reddish purple have an attractive central red zone. Nice compact grower and of course handsome green foliage. Plant in semi-shade in acid soil for best results. Evergreen.

Your Rhododendron will appreciate a nice layer of mulch around the surface roots in summer to keep them cool.

An upright shrub with large, glossy narrow elliptical leaves that are dark green. Produces blooms of 13-16 deep red funnel-shaped flowers marked with black spots on all lobes. November flowering. Ideal conditions are morning sun and afternoon shade in acidic soil and mulched through hot Summers.

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A stunning red Rhododendron with large trusses of up to 18 flowers in cardinal red plus a spotted black throat. An excellent shrub for semi shade and prefers moist peat soils. Enjoys a top dressing of peat. Evergreen

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Rhododendron. Ruby Bowman has long lasting rose pink flowers with a darker eye. Long flat leaves enhance the overall appearance of this vigorous and handsome plant. Plant habit is wide and bushy. Prefers a semi-shaded sheltered spot and acid soil. Mulch annually to keep the roots cool. Evergreen.

A wonderful new rhododendron with deep green foliage and large, round trusses of pink-tipped buds that open to flushed apricot-pink. White centres with a yellowish flare.Prefers a semi-shaded sheltered spot and acid soil. Mulch annually to keep the roots cool. Evergreen.

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Small trumpet shaped flowers of soft saffron yellow are ideal to bring light into a shady corner. The leaves are long, narrow and quite glossy. Generous with bloom in mid spring. Happiest in semi-shade with acid soil. Mulch annually to keep the roots cool. Evergreen.

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Narrow foliage in tones of olive green and an open habit. In spring striking blooms of white, blotched with purple-black appear in nice round trusses. Plant in semi-shade with acid soil for best results. Mulch annually to keep the roots cool. Evergreen.

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Copius bell-shaped blooms are produced early in the season. The pretty flowers are pale pink shading to rich rose pink. Vigorous, compact shrub which forms a mound. Leaves are long and grey-green. Requires shelter from the wind and fertile, acid soil that does not dry out. Hardy. Evergreen.

With fragrant white flowers this features a striking red throat with tightly packed red rays. Thrives best in full sun to part shade. An evergreen shrub flowering mid-season and will thrive in free draining but moist acidic soils.

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If you like Rhododendrons then it would be criminal not to include this hardy and vigorous cultivar in your collection. Tight trusses of bright carmine pink will put on a wonderful display in early spring. Plant in semi-shade with acid soil for best results. Evergreen.

Sir Robert Peel was the founder of the modern day Police Force hence the common names used in the UK for the police:- "Bobbies" and/or "Peelers".

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With a name like 'Sneezy' you will not be surprised to learn that this is a dwarf Rhododendron with a low compact habit. The mid spring blooms are soft pink edged with deep pink. Ideal for a semi-shaded spot in the garden or perhaps a container. Prefers acid soil. Evergreen.

A charming, compact shrub with mid-pink buds that open to pure white blooms in large trusses. Flowering in October. Nice green foliage makes a good backdrop to the lovely flowers. Will tolerate afternoon shade and morning sun. Evergreen.

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Rhododendron Yakushimanum hybrid with flamboyant pink flower colour. The flower colour is red from bud, later bright pink. This plant is hardy. Lovely long eliptical leaves. Plant in semi shade, avoid Lime and mulch annually for best results. Evergreen.

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Small pale pink flowers in profuse clusters on the stems.Prefers a semi-shaded sheltered spot and acid soil. Mulch annually to keep the roots cool. Evergreen.

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Each year, quite early in the spring season, Spring Dance bursts out and covers itself completely in pale lilac flowers. Plant in semi shade, avoid Lime and mulch annually for best results. Evergreen.

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An unusual Rhododendron with star-like flowers and deeply cut lobes and pointed tips. With orange buds opening to cream to yellow in color with a wine red throat early to mid Spring. A lovely dense, rounded shrub. Thrives in acidic soils that are moist but well drained and partial sun. Evergreen.

A yakushimanum hybrid with excellent compact growth. The rose pink flowers have a lighter edging, making a beautiful two toned effect. An excellent variety and can be grown in the garden or in a size suitable pot. Likes morning sun and shade in the Summer. Evergreen.

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Rhododendron. Gorgeous flowers of bright orange-scarlet with darker spots deep in the throat bloom in early summer, well after most other species and hybrids have finished flowering. A light brown, felted indumentum covers the new growth. Best in light shade to protect the summer blossoms. Acid soil. Evergreen.

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An award winning Rhododendron with handsome dark green foliage that always looks good. The early spring blooms appear in great globular trusses of glowing red with a speckling of black. WOW. Happiest in semi-shade with acid soil. Mulch annually to keep the roots cool. Evergreen.

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Rhododendron Tiana is a lovely white butterfly shaped blooms with burgundy blotches. This plant has a compact growth habit with dark green foliage. Frilly edges make it different to Sappho. Prefers a semi-shaded sheltered spot and acid soil. Evergreen .PVR

A stunning Rhodo with brick red buds opening to deep golden yellow flowers that are unmarked and openly funnel-shaped. Free flowering late Spring. Adds a stunning specimen to anyones garden. Requires good drainage and part shade. Hardy. Evergreen.

True Blue is as close as you will get to blue without it actually being blue. It showcases clusters of ruffled, funnel-shaped flowers that are lightly spotted and range from purple to violet -blue. This color will really enhance any garden. A dense rounded evergreen shrub flowering Spring. Evergreen.

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Twice as Nice has the brightest pink-apricot flowers with a prominent maroon blotch in the centre of the throat. Plant in well drained soil in a semi shaded spot to maximise potential.

A vigorous upright shrub with glossy, green and slightly textured leave. It features dark brown shiny bark and lily-like white trumpet flowers with frilly lobes and a yellow throat. The flowers have a nutmeg fragrance. Best grown in morning sun and afternoon shade, acidic soil that well drained.

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A very popular Rhododendron and deservedly so as it is 'Uniquely' beautiful. Fat bright pink buds open to large blooms of rich cream, which, are so numerous, they almost smother the foliage. Nice rounded habit. Flowers mid spring. Plant in a semi-shaded spot with acid soil. Evergreen.

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Rhododendron. Very showy, large, well formed trusses of pastel mauve-pink will delight in mid spring. A strong vigorous grower with a tidy habit. Plant in a semi-shaded spot with acid soil and mulch annually to keep the roots cool. Evergreen.

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A stunning Vireya with large scented butterscotch-coloured flowers that have a peach throat with wavy petals. Ideal for pots or as a specimen plant in a semi shaded area. Prefers free draining soil and feed twice a year.

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aka Vireya

Highly scented, crisp white star like tubular flowers with a frilled edge to the petals, with a hint of pink in the throat. Lovely foliage plant, does well in a container or basket. Good compact habit.

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Vireya. A tropical shrub with luxuriant dark green foliage. Large full trusses of yellow-orange flowers. Flowers twice a year, in autumn/winter and spring/summer. Has a good constitution and forms a well rounded shrub. Plant in morning sun or dappled light in well drained acid soil. Protect from frost and feed regularly for best results. Evergreen.
Suitable for warmer areas including Auckland/Northland

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aka Vireya

Gorgeous trusses of double flowers are dark orange in colour and edged in red. Nice glossy dark green foliage. Plant in morning sun or dappled light in well drained acid soil. Protect from frost and feed regularly for best results. Suitable for container growing. Evergreen.

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aka Vireya

A stunning Vireya with bold orange flowers on a strong glossy green foliaged shrub. Good vigour and shape. Ideal for pots or a speciman plant in a semi shaded area. Prefers free draining soil and feed twice a year.

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aka Rhododendron

In spring, compact trusses of pink flowers open from deep apricot buds. The flowers mature to salmon-yellow with a crimson blotch. Long pointed evergreen foliage. Good strong healthy growth and a compact habit. Happiest in semi-shade with acid soil.

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Handsome dark green foliage, a broad rounded habit and ravishing red blooms in spring. The flowers present themselves in large domed trusses. Sensational. Will tolerate some sun but best in dappled light with acid soil. Evergreen.

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A lovely Rhododendron with masses of small white flowers with green-yellow throat and dark green foliage flowering mid-Spring. A lovely addition to any garden for a fresh, crisp appeal. Plant in moist, acidic soil thats well drained and partial shade. Evergreen. Hardy.

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Rich pink buds appear in spring and open to beautiful large trusses of blush white blooms that have a hint of green in the centre. Handsome glossy green foliage and a vigorous upright habit. Plant in semi-shade in acid soil for best results. Evergreen.

A lovely variety with salmon pink flowers with a deep dark eye and a dark green foliage.Flowering October. This is a beautiful specimen to have in any garden. Prefers semi shade and acid soil. Mulch well going into Summer to keep the roots cool. Evergreen.

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Attractive reddish flower buds followed by beautiful rosy-cerise flowers which are bright and glowing. Very free flowering in spring. Compact habit with attractive, small pointed foliage that has coppery tones when young. Prefers semi-shade and acid soil. Evergreen.

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With its Fiery red, open funnel shaped flowers it gives the illusion the the flowers are glowing. The new growth is covered with silvery tomentum - a spectacular show. Flowering mid to late season this is a beautiful specimen to have in any garden. Evergreen.

A lovely dwarf, compact Rhododendron with beautiful, crisp clear white flowers in October that are enhanced with a lovely dark green foliage. Plant in semi-shade with acid soil for best results. Evergreen.

This dwarf from the Yakushimanum collection is slow growing but so worth it. Lovely soft pink flowers surround a center of almost white center. A compact grower with good trusses of flowers and large leaves in the background. Can be grown in a decent pot or container in the courtyard or in the garden.

Likes a sunny position in the morning and afternoon shade. Mulching is beneficial to hold moisture in Summer heat.

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A charming little Rhododendron that is slow growing and compact in habit. The rose pink buds open to a softer shade of pink and fade to white as they mature. Long oval leaves that curve inwards with a soft 'felt' underside. From the Japanese Island of Yakushima. Evergreen.

Pronounced 'ya-koo-shee-mah-num'.

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An outstanding Rhododendron with gorgeous blooms that appear mid spring. Coral pink buds open to frilly, waxy blooms made up of a mass of lemon, bell-shaped flowers. Glossy green foliage and a nice compact habit. Must have! Happiest in semi-shade with acid soil. Evergreen.

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This is a tall evergreen shrub up to 3m, with large shiny leaves which look attractive all year round. It has rounded clusters of tiny pink perfumed flowers in Aug-Sept. From Central America, it is a very tough, drought-tolerant plant and is useful as a background shrub or grown as an informal hedge.

Trimming it back after flowering will promote a denser form. It will look at its best, and be most floriferous, in a sunny spot. It dislikes frost.

aka Firecracker plant, Coral bush

A low growing shrub with almost needle-like, weeping foliage. Pretty, tubular flaming coral red flowers from Spring through to Autumn. Makes a garden look very tropical. Likes well drained soil in a sunny position. Would like attractive in a pot or container as well. Evergreen.

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A top performing little shrub with attractive, dainty, variegated foliage. Little pink stars of bloom appear on and off almost all year round. Performs well without fuss but prefers protection from harsh frost. Happiest in the sun with good drainage. Evergreen.

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A top performing little shrub with attractive, dainty, variegated foliage. Little white stars of bloom appear on and off almost all year round. Performs well without fuss but prefers protection from harsh frost. Happiest in the sun with good drainage. Evergreen.