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Reviving 30-Year-Old Rhododendrons After Brutal Winter

30-year rhododendrons in NE NJ with 80% dieback but healthy lower leaves: root ball alive. Wait for leaf-out, then prune dead wood. Feed with Miracid or rhodo food in 2 weeks. Water if dry. Contact Tappan Zee ARS chapter: Tappan Zee ARS.

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