Rhododendron ‘Glory of Bagshot’ is a classic large-flowered rhododendron prized for its elegant and timeless floral display. In November, it produces impressive rounded trusses of pure white flowers, each bloom accented with distinct red spotting in the throat, creating contrast and visual interest within the truss. The clean white colouring makes it particularly effective for brightening shaded garden areas and pairing with darker foliage plants.
This cultivar forms a substantial, upright evergreen shrub, reaching approximately 2.5 metres in height at 10 years, with a broad, well-balanced habit as it matures. The foliage is large, deep green, and leathery, providing strong year-round structure and an excellent backdrop for the spring flowering display.
‘Glory of Bagshot’ grows best in well-drained, acidic soil enriched with organic matter and benefits from consistent mulching to maintain soil moisture and root health. It shows good sun tolerance for a white-flowering rhododendron, particularly when protected from harsh afternoon sun, and is well suited to woodland gardens, larger borders, and feature planting where space allows it to develop fully. A dependable and long-lived variety, it remains a favourite for gardeners seeking impact and elegance.
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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.