Doug, I'm glad to see you here as I have a question. I keep reading that pjm rhodies should be planted in full sun but I thought rhodies hate the sun. What should I do?
Pamela, the PJM Rhododendron was developed at Weston Nurseries in Massachusetts, and I was surprised that their own website says that "a planting location in full sun and exposed to the elements is ideal." Full sun in Massachusetts is not what it is in Georgia, however, and I think your rhodie would be happy with some shade. Also, given that rhodies are shallow-rooted, it would be much easier for them to dry out in a full-sun situation. If you can provide a spot where it gets morning sun
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but some shade in the afternoon, I think that would be ideal.
they are native rhodies here in the mountains but our altitude provides a cooler environment and they are found in sun ( usually lanscapes) and shade ... in the wild they definitly prefer a semi shade to shade ..... for you in ga with the extra heat I agree with doug
and would also recommend
semi shade especially from the afternoon sun if possible ...
I also was going to comment on the magnolia...is the tree in pic 4 a magnolia? Cause if so most varieties become very substantial sized trees and it's pretty close to your house and roof line....in addition to that a lot of "critters" Squirrels, racoons and Rats use trees to gain access to your attic and I Always suggest that trees be kept well away from the house....
I'm going to relocate the banana trees. The Little Gem Magnolia should get 8-10 feet wide and 20-30 feet tall...when it reaches maturity, I'll trim the side facing the house.
Thank you. No, I just cut them back about 4 feet high and they grow back from that point. It may not be the norm, but it works for me. They are 6 years old.
and would also recommend
semi shade especially from the afternoon sun if possible ...