Despite his shortcomings, Radagast was trusted by Gandalf and played a part in defending Yavanna's creations in Middle-Earth. Of the five wizards sworn to protect Middle-Earth, Radagast the Brown ...

The Istari formed the Order of Wizards, with Saruman the White at the head. The others were Radagast the Brown, Gandalf the Grey, and the two Blue Wizards, believed to be named Alatar and Pallando.