Les asks: What causes the notching on new rhododendron leaves? It doesn’t seem to harm the shrub but sure appears unsightly the rest of the year. I was so enamored with the colorful blossoms that I ...

I have a hybrid rhododendron in a pot. It has been growing in the pot for three to four years, but unfortunately it now appears to be dying. The leaves are looking pale and are starting to curl up and ...

Q My rhododendrons have been ruined again this year by weevils chomping the leaves. My neighbour’s rhodos are never touched. I don’t understand why they target mine and not theirs. SW Weevils are one ...

Rhododendrons are generally immune to most insect pests, the concentration of toxic substances in their leaves is so great that most insects avoid eating them. Aphids will feed on the young leaves ...

My lovely compact rhododendron is being attacked by weevils, and despite my going out at dusk and catching quite a few of these horrible pests, the damage continues. How can I kill the larvae, which I ...

CORVALLIS, Ore. - Rhododendrons say spring as loudly as football says fall. Both have fervent fans and enemies staring them down. The teams that feed on rhododendrons - called black root weevils - are ...

Root weevils are a common problem with rhodies. If you see notches on the edges of the leaves, it’s probably root weevils. There is a free method for getting rid of them but it may cause your ...