Autumn Carnation Encore Azalea
Autumn Carnation Encore Azalea (Rhododendron Encore 'Autumn Carnation') is a beautiful and versatile azalea that is known for its prolific blooms in the spring, summer, and fall. It is a popular choice for home gardeners and landscape designers alike, as it is relatively easy to care for and can thrive in a variety of climates.
Autumn Carnation Encore Azalea plants can grow up to 4-5 feet tall and 3-4 feet wide. They have a dense, bushy habit and are covered in dark green leaves. In the spring, the plants produce clusters of semi-double, pink flowers that are ruffled in appearance. The flowers bloom profusely and can cover the entire plant.
Autumn Carnation Encore Azaleas prefer full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. They are also tolerant of drought once established.
To care for Autumn Carnation Encore Azaleas, water them regularly, especially during the first year after planting. Fertilize the plants in the spring with a balanced fertilizer. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continued blooming.
Autumn Carnation Encore Azaleas are a beautiful addition to any landscape. They can be used in borders, containers, or as accent plants. They are also a good choice for foundation plantings.
Here are some tips for growing Autumn Carnation Encore Azaleas:
- Choose a spot in full sun to partial shade with well-drained soil.
- Plant the plants 4-5 feet apart.
- Water the plants regularly, especially during the first year after planting.
- Fertilize the plants in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.
- Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continued blooming.
- Mulch around the plants with organic matter, such as pine needles or wood chips, to help retain moisture and suppress weeds.
Enjoy the beauty of Autumn Carnation Encore Azaleas!
Note: The plant is shipped in its pot, firmly secured with several layers of clear tape, thereby avoiding any shuffling and moving during transit. The plant reaches you with minimal damage- very safe and secure. We have been shipping plants like this for several years (plant are sometimes shipped in smaller pots for safety and ease of shipping). Most plants go dormant in fall and winter and will lose most of their leaves - looking dead and dry - very normal. They will flush out in spring.
We cannot send ship some plants and some sizes to California due to restrictions placed by department of agriculture.
Growing Zones: 6-10 outdoors
