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How Deep Do Rhododendron Roots Go?

Sophia Al-Mansoor • • 7 min read
How Deep Do Rhododendron Roots Go?
Unlike deep-rooting shrubs such as yews, rhododendrons' and azaleas' roots run relatively close to the surface, usually within the top 12 inches of soil. They also have a vertical root structure from the center of the shrub which plunges the same depth or deeper, but which is fairly easy to free.

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Furthermore, where is the best place to plant a rhododendron?

Unlike many blooming plants, rhododendron does not like full morning sun in winter and does best when planted in dappled shade on the north side of a building. Growing rhododendrons are happiest in a location protected from the wind and not under eves of a building.

Beside above, when can I transplant a rhododendron? In cold climates early spring transplanting is recommended. In hot climates very late summer to late fall transplanting is preferred so that the root system has a chance to become established during the fall before next summers heat. Deciduous azaleas are best transplanted in their dormant season.

Keeping this in consideration, can you cut rhododendrons to the ground?

On the primary branches, make your cut just above a latent bud, or even better, a cluster of buds. In severe cases, you can sometimes cut your rhododendron to within 6 inches of the ground. Many rhododendron species and hybrids can be severely pruned and come back as good as new.

How long can rhododendrons live?

Plants do have life spans. The shrubs you mentioned should be in their prime at 10 years old. Do not pull them out. Rhododendrons will live for many decades and so will hydrangeas.

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Can you cut rhododendrons back?

For rhododendrons with large leaves, you want to prune right above their “growth joints” the place where the plant is starting to grow. Small-leafed rhododendrons and azaleas can be pruned anywhere along their stems. Cutting back a rhododendron heavily can stop the plant from flowering for a year or two.

Should I deadhead rhododendrons?

In general, you should deadhead the flowers once the petals are wilting by snapping off or cutting the top stalk, which supports the petals. Go down to the first ring of leaves without taking any leaves off the branch. You can do this to each flower head while the shrub is still in bloom. This is deadheading.
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