Gardening plants on a budget!

I wanted some Rhododendrons for my front beds.

But the $$$ was slowing me down a bit. I needed 5 of them.

I went to Lowe's. They had smaller one for $6.98 each. There are only 15 inches or so but at least I can establish beds and leave room for growth. The bigger one were $26 and the nursery has them for $50. They even had the colors I wanted. Light pink and white.

They have a warranty of 1 year. I have nothing to lose if they die by next year.

So I got all 5 for $35.

It's best to buy bigger plants as it looks "better" but I have patience. And I can stretch the budget that way.

Re: Gardening plants on a budget!

very true. Also check craigslist this time of year & in the fall, so many times people are getting rid of larger shrubs for free, you just have to pick them up!

With Rhododendrons, they do get REALLY large & their roots are powerful enough to do foundation damage, so even though the are small now don't plant them too close to your house.