Rhododendron Choremia is an evergreen rhododendron hybrid celebrated for its dark scarlet to crimson bell shaped flowers borne in generous trusses each mid spring, bringing vibrant colour and dramatic presence to garden borders, woodland edges, or mixed shrub plantings. This cultivar typically reaches around 1.5–2.5 m in height and spread over 10–20 years, making it a substantial and striking feature shrub in landscapes.
The glossy dark green leaves — with a distinctive paler, silvery indumentum beneath — add attractive year round structure even when not in bloom, while the bold floral colours provide strong seasonal interest and rich contrast with other acid loving plants. Choremia performs best in moist, well drained acidic soil with partial shade to dappled sunlight, and benefits from shelter from the harshest afternoon sun.
Ideal for garden borders, large shrub beds, or as an eye catching specimen plant, Choremia adds classic elegance and dependable spring colour to outdoor spaces. Order online from RhodoDirect today, or visit our nursery to see this magnificent rhododendron in bloom and get expert planting advice.

Behind the scenes, potting up never really seems to stop here at the nursery. Right now, all the cuttings are graduating from their jiffy pots into their 2-litre pots. It really does feel a bit like a ceremony — the babies are off to school.

We are currently using PostHaste as our preferred domestic courier. Freight per box works out most economically when purchasing either two or four plants, as this fills the boxes we create efficiently. The freight cost for one plant is generally the same as for two, and we can fit up to four 6-litre pots into one banana box, making shipping cost-effective.

Please note, courier freight is also governed by plant height, as PostHaste cannot accept anything over 1.2 metres. Occasionally this may mean selecting a slightly shorter plant for shipping, but rest assured — we always aim to send you the largest, healthiest plants possible. If there’s a significant size difference, we’ll always give you a call to discuss your options.