Vireya Rhododendrons are small evergreen group of shrubs originally from the tropical forests of New Guinea, Borneo and the Philipines. Vireyas are one of the most under rated rhododendron plant available. Vireyas have fantastic flowers, grow in shady spots and can easily be pruned to maintain shape. Regarded by many as a tropical or sub tropical tree Vireya Rhododendrons grow well in temperate areas as well, in Australia they grow well in the Dandenong Ranges is grown in a sheltered position away from frosts and in a humus rich free draining soil. Vireya flowers are colorful and attractive and the plants make great specimens in a pot on a sheltered patio or verandah as well as in the garden itself. Nurseries, Mail Order Nurseries, Specialist Nurseries,Retail Nurseries.