Rhododendron neoglandulosum, commonly known as Western Labrador Tea, is an evergreen shrub native to bogs, wet coniferous forests, and muskegs across the western United States and western Canada. It typically grows up to 2 meters (6 feet 7 inches) tall and spreads via underground rhizomes. The plant features ovate to lanceolate leaves that are fragrant when crushed and white to cream flowers that are borne in clusters of 10 to 35, blooming in late spring to early summer. The flowers are modest in appearance but can add a subtle charm to boggy or wetland garden areas.

Western Labrador Tea is valued for its fragrant foliage and its adaptability to wet, acidic soils, making it suitable for bog gardens and naturalized areas. It is also used for its medicinal properties, as the leaves can be made into a tea with astringent, diaphoretic, diuretic, and laxative effects. However, caution is advised as the plant can be toxic if the tea is steeped excessively. Additionally, the scent of the leaves is beneficial for repelling insects and rodents. Cultivation requires full sun to partial shade, consistent moisture, and acidic soils with medium to slow drainage. While generally low-maintenance, it can be susceptible to root rot in poorly drained soils and may be affected by pests such as lace bugs and weevils.CC BY-SA 4.0