I repotted this Rhododendron Blue Diamond this year exposing about another inch of trunk base and nebari. The pot is far from ideal, but was the only option I had size wise for it at the time. I was told that I would be better to remove all flowers this year but I just couldn’t bring myself to do it! I did take an hour and go over the tree removing any tips with multiple flower buds. Some tips had 4-5 flowers each. I reckon I have removed about 1/3 to 1/2 of the flowers but I’m still expecting a nice even show of colour. Its just starting to open its first few.

This is the back, but when in flower it gives a better display.