Rhododendron 'Nancy Evans'

Rhododendron 'Nancy Evans' is a gorgeous rhododendron, bearing gold-yellow flowers opening from orange buds in early May, in contrast with oval leaves that are bronze when young but mature to a deep green. A compact shrub, it’s ideal for growing as part of a mixed ornamental display in a border as well as on its own in a container on the patio.

Grow Rhododendron 'Nancy Evans' in humus-rich, moist but well-drained neutral to acidic soil (or peat-free ericaceous compost). Rhododendrons are shallow-rooted so take care not to plant too deeply. Protect from harsh winter winds and mulch annually with a generous layer of leaf mould. There should be little or no need to prune.