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Gardening Know How Questions & Answers - https://questions.gardeningknowhow.comThe last few years my Rhododendron only blooms on the bottom half. Any idea why?
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1 Comment To "why does my rhododendron only bloom on the bottom half"
#1 Comment By shelley On 05/11/2015 @ 1:08 am
If I had to venture a guess, I would say the top half of your rhododendron suffered frost/winter damage at some point which, given these harsh winters we have been having, really is not too far fetched. I recommend pruning the top branches of your rhododendron once the blooming period is over. More specific information on pruning rhododendrons can be found here: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/rhododendron/pruning-rhododendrons.htm [1]
Then, from this point forward, I would take measures to protect your rhododendron in the winter – these measures are discussed in detail in the following article: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/rhododendron/rhododendron-winter-care.htm [2]
For more information on the care of rhododendron, please visit the following links:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/rhododendron/rhododendron-care.htm [3]