Rhododendron 'NANCY EVANS'

Rhododendrons are reliable, beautifully flowering, evergreen shrubs of variable origin: S.W. China, Himalayas, Northern America, and even Europe. The original species were hybridized several times for better performance so in the 1950´s there were more than 10,000 cultivars registered, and the number keeps increasing.

Nancy Evans is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful yellow-flowering varieties. Its flowers are really yellow, with a deep orange margin and no flare. This variety requires a sheltered position. It can take full sun in summer but will prefer shade in winter. It grows slowly, forming a dense and compact bush.

For richer flowering and growth dead-head where possible. The roots are shallow, spreading to sides in search for nutrients. Never plant them too deep. The soil has to be acidic, rich in humus, cool and always moist. Ideal soil mixture is peat with lime-free, light garden soil topped with leave-mould. Use selective fertilizers for rhododendrons only.