I’m sorry Timmy mate, the Rhododendron ponticum‘s flowers are indeed attractive, ostensibly at least, and a common sight at this time of year in the West’s peat-rich landscape. However ...

If you notice any of your garden plants growing out of control, make sure to check that they aren't any one of these six ...

Rhododendron ponticum is listed under Schedule 9 of the Wildlife and Countryside Act of 1981, which means it is illegal to plant it in the wild or to allow it to spread from your property.

Scotland's temperate rainforests have been threatened by thickets of rhododendron, first introduced to the UK as ornamental plants two centuries ago.

The bare earth beneath these plants is practically barren. These are Rhododendron ponticum – where they thrive, little else can. Across the country our woodland ecosystems are suffering.

Ahead of World Rainforest Day (22 nd June) FLS teams working within Scotland’s Rainforest Zone have recorded 1226 hectares of restoration – up from 930ha in 2023-24.

The Woodland Trust said rhododendron ponticum is an invasive species which can spread fast and crowd out native plants in woods, particularly threatening the UK’s rare temperate rainforests ...

Invasive non-native plants have been cleared from crags of a 60m (197ft) deep gorge in the Highlands. Corrieshalloch, south of Ullapool, was created by meltwater from glaciers at the end of the last ...

Gardeners are being urged not to buy rhododendrons this spring, as conservationists warn it can spread tree diseases and harm native wildlife. The Woodland Trust said rhododendron ponticum is an ...