About

A striking rhododendron hybrid, growing to 120-180cm, with a dense form with glossy, deep green foliage. Rounded clusters of bell-shaped blooms appear in mid to late spring. 'Carolyn Grace' brings charm to shade.

About the genus

Rhododendron can be evergreen or deciduous shrubs or trees, with simple leaves, sometimes with a dense colourful indumentum of hairs on the lower side, and funnel-shaped, bell-shaped or tubular flowers that may be solitary or in short racemes

Plant details

Suggested usesWoodland gardens, borders, specimen

Care notes

CultivationMoist, well-drained acidic soil in dappled shade. Mulch with leaf mould
PruningDeadhead spent trusses. Remove dead wood only
PropagationLayer branches or semi-ripe cuttings in late summer
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free. Vine weevil may target containers
Disease resistancePhytophthora in wet soils. Ensure good drainage