Will Pulling Rhododendron Flower Buds Encourage Shoot Growth

I am trying to encourage a previously unloved rhododendron to reach its height potential. It is currently covered in unopened large flower buds. If I pull these off, will that help the plant focus its energy on growth or are there negative consequences?

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#1 Comment By BushDoctor On 11/12/2019 @ 12:41 pm

If it is in flower, it has likely reached its height potential! There are many different types, and they have different heights set by their genetics. I would not do any pruning, or bud pinching until after the flowers have died off.

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