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NZ's Leading Rhododendron Specialist
Nurturing Beautiful Rhododendrons for Your Garden
Hi, I’m Lisa, and Rhododendrons are my passion. At RhodoDirect, our West Melton nursery is open to the public, offering the chance to explore our beautiful display garden and shop a wide variety of rhododendrons and azaleas. For over 20 years, we’ve been proudly supplying gardeners across New Zealand with top-quality plants to brighten their gardens.
Around the Nursery
Rhodo Display Garden
Our display garden is just weeks away from opening. Watch this space for updates.
September Garden Guides
Treating Thrips
Thrips might be tiny, but they can cause big headaches in the garden. This month we’re sharing how to fight them the natural way – from rhodos with fluffy, thrip-resistant leaves to nature’s own little pest-control squad. 
Thrip Resistent Collection
The value of Indumentum
Not all rhododendrons are created equal — and our special Thrip-Resistant Collection proves it. With soft, fuzzy leaf undersides that thrips avoid, these hardy beauties keep your garden thriving without the hassle. Less pest damage. Less fuss. More blooms.
Behind the Scenes
Big News from RhodoDirect! 
This year we’ve taken one of our biggest steps yet — into the world of wholesale. Earlier in the year, we took on the wholesale side of Tawa Glen Nursery from the legendary Ian Swann. Ian has been a wonderful mentor, and we’re honoured to continue his legacy while adding our own fresh energy.
Taking this on meant some serious upgrades — new glasshouses, a big new lathe house, 112 posts rammed, 10 km of slats, and plenty of mud, laughs, and sore muscles along the way!
Wholesale is new for us, but retail remains at the heart of RhodoDirect. Every upgrade means more plants, more choice, and better gardens — whether you’re after one rhodo or planting hundreds.
Potted Rhododendrons
Think you need a big garden to grow rhododendrons? Think again!
Whether you’re dealing with heavy clay soil, renting, or simply love the charm of potted plants on a patio, rhododendrons can thrive in containers—with just a few simple tricks. Below are our top picks for pots. And don’t miss this month’s ‘How To Guide’ for how to grow them successfully.
What's Coming Up?
Don’t Miss Out - NZRA Cambridge Garden Tour 2025
Enjoy a guided tour of the internationally acclaimed Hamilton Gardens, dine at the beautiful Woodlands Estate, and explore the eco-initiatives of Takapoto Estate on the banks of the Waikato River. Sound like you?
This is your chance to connect with fellow garden lovers, soak up expert knowledge, and experience garden design at its finest. Mark your calendar—you won’t want to miss this celebration of creativity, beauty, and botanical brilliance!
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