Rhododendron 'Nancy Evans' is a gorgeous rhododendron, bearing gold-yellow flowers opening from orange buds in early May, in contrast with oval leaves that are bronze when young but mature to a deep green. A compact shrub, it’s ideal for growing as part of a mixed ornamental display in a border as well as on its own in a container on the patio.
Grow Rhododendron 'Nancy Evans' in humus-rich, moist but well-drained neutral to acidic soil (or peat-free ericaceous compost). Rhododendrons are shallow-rooted so take care not to plant too deeply. Protect from harsh winter winds and mulch annually with a generous layer of leaf mould. There should be little or no need to prune.
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Rhododendron ‘Nancy evans’ and wildlife
Rhododendron ‘Nancy evans’ is known for attracting bees. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers.
Is known to attract Bees
Bees
Is not known to attract Beneficial insects
Beneficial insects
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Butterflies/Moths
Butterflies/Moths
Is not known to attract Other pollinators
Other pollinators
Is Rhododendron ‘Nancy evans’ poisonous?
Rhododendron ‘Nancy evans’ can be toxic.
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Is known to attract Cats
Cats
Is known to attract Dogs
Dogs
Is known to attract Horses
Horses
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Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Livestock
Livestock
Is not known to attract People
People
Plants that go well with Rhododendron 'Nancy Evans'
