Growing Rhododendrons in Northwest Arkansas: A Challenge Worth the Effort
Rhododendrons have a reputation for being finicky, especially in our region. And honestly, it’s not entirely undeserved. They’re native to woodland environments with rich, acidic soil and steady moisture—not exactly a natural fit for our often clay-heavy, alkaline, heat-prone Arkansas gardens. But that doesn’t mean we can’t grow them—it just means we need to get a little strategic.For the mid- to advanced-level gardener who’s ready for a bit of a challenge, here’s how to give rhododendrons their best shot at thriving in Northwest Arkansas.
