'Encore Autumn Bonfire' Azalea's evergreen foliage is bright bright green in the warm season and come autumn begins to turn bronzy purple. The flowers of this dwarf shrub bloom semi-double true red flowers in spring, summer and fall. Makes for a delightful specimen and looks loves in borders and foundation plantings.
Full sun - part shade. Average, moist-wetter, well-draining soil. Plant in protected spot. Zone 6-10.
Attracts pollinators.
Consider planting in raised beds if planting in clay soil.
Apply mulch to protect roots by maintaining soil moisture and temperature.
To lower soil acidity, apply sulfur or iron sulfate. To increase soil acidity, apply limestone or lime.
Blooms on old wood - prune immediately after flowering. Remove spent blooms as practical
Part Sun, Sun, Part Shade | |
Yes | |
2-3.5 ft | |
2-3.5 ft | |
Spring, Fall, Summer | |
No | |
No | |
Average Wet | |
Yes | |
Red | |
Mild | |
Yes |