How do you trim a rhododendron after it has flowered?

How do you trim a rhododendron after it has flowered?
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Simply "deadhead" the spent blossoms by gently bending them sideways from the stalk until they detach - this will encourage plant health and ensure a prolific blooming season the following year.
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