THERE’S A NEW pest in town. I’ve been receiving more and more questions about an insect that is ruining the appearance of rhododendrons and azaleas. If you’ve noticed that the leaves on these plants ...

In nature, rhododendrons and azaleas grow in filtered shade beneath taller trees in mountainous areas with rich organic soil and ideal moisture. When planted in home landscapes lacking these ...

Some recent research has been done in Oregon that found a number of rhododendrons resistant to the azalea lace bug. (Janet Eastman/The Oergonian/OregonLive) Rainy as it is, spring has sprung and that ...

A new growing season for plants also brings on a host of crawling, wiggling and flying creatures in our gardens. The overwhelming majority of insects are benign or even good for the garden, but the ...

Q. I have a rhododendron bush that looks like it is getting rust on the leaves. I think perhaps something is eating on it. What should I use to control this? Thank you. — Joan Wininger A. It’s ...

I have noticed rhododendrons blooming in some older neighborhoods in Raleigh. Is there a particular variety that does well in this area? Under what conditions will they grow the best? Angela Harris ...