Rhododendron

So glamorous aren’t they?!

Very pretty shade here. Love a blousey bloom!

I'm envious I left all mine behind :o(

Thanks for you kind comments. This was another rescue from the salvage pile at The Home Depot. Turned into a nice little bush. It just needed a little love but I got if for a song.

Amy: So sorry about your lost rhododendrons. Loosing a cherished plant you've nurtured for years is really sore. My gardener has 'butchered' several of my prized plants. He ripped out the Salvias I grew from the seeds you sent me 2 years ago. They finally matured enough to bloom. I was excited about showing you, but he 'did me a favor' and ripped them out. He thought they were dead but they were only dormant. He's an Immigrant from Mexico so we have language and cultural hurdles

If you are looking for a replacement, see if you like 'Blue Diamond Rhododendron'. I find it stunning! ')

Thanks Kate very showy indeed.