Rhododendron belongs to the Ericaceae family, where several plants share similar features. The rhododendron in our yard belongs to the same family as the blueberries we planted.
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Variety
Rhododendrons vary in size; some are large trees while others are small shrubs. The huge rhododendron tree overshadowed the smaller shrubs in the park.
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Geographic Origin
Rhododendrons are often associated with the Himalayas, but they are found worldwide. Many rhododendron species are native to the Himalayas, but our local nursery has exotic varieties from across the globe.