The Rhododendron genus is a large group of over 1,000 different species. Most of these are native to Asia, particularly the Himalayan region, but a small number grow closer to home. The Pacific rhododendron, Rhododendron macrophyllum, is found growing along the West Coast of North America, producing masses of Barbie-pink blooms that are striking when seen in a woodland environment in the State of Washington, Oregon or California.
Whatever species you grow, whether it is a native azalea or a rhododendron from mountainous terrains far away, it is important to know how to care for your plant during the fall. As with all seasons, fall is a time of great change, with balmy, mild days giving way to heavy rainfall and harsh frosts, often in rapid time.
