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7 Mistakes to Avoid When Planting a Rhododendron

7 Mistakes to Avoid When Planting a Rhododendron
7 Mistakes to Avoid When Planting a Rhododendron
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      Gary Junken

      Steve Aitken and Danielle Sherry share seven tips to give your rhododendron the best start!

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      1. user-7007617 05/28/2015

        Interesting root tease style. Thanks fpr the tips.

      2. DoodleDOG 03/24/2020

        Great video, but step # 8 is to water before mulching. Watering must always be done to remove air pockets that form when adding soil to the hole when planting, then mulch

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