i got a rhododendron that had buds and then it was neglected and turned brown

Question

I took it out of the pot and put it in the ground in the fall. I haven’t done anything except water and fertilize. Is now a good time to prune it back?

Answer 1

These articles should help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/rhododendron/rhododendron-care.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/rhododendron/pruning-rhododendrons.htm