10 good reasons to plant rhododendrons

The use of rhododendrons in gardens, but also public spaces, has many advantages.
The advantages of rhododendrons are:

Rhododendrons...

1. offer an amazing floral spectacle in spring.
2. form a green backdrop all year round, with the exception of the Azalea Knap Hill hybrids.
3. create a clear green, structural outline.
4. are suitable as camouflage.
5. are available in a large variety of colours and patterns.
6. can be planted in shady areas.
7. are more resistant to frost than most other evergreens.
8. can be pruned well.
9. retain their shape, are compact, strong and long-lived.
10. do not shed their leaves in fall.