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Autumn Starburst Encore Azalea-Evergreen Shrub-Versatile for Gardens 3 Gallon

Autumn Starburst Encore Azalea-Evergreen Shrub-Versatile for Gardens 3 Gallon

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Azalea 'Autumn Starburst Encore'

Azalea 'Autumn Starburst Encore'

Description

The Azalea 'Autumn Starburst Encore' is a stunning evergreen shrub known for its vibrant, starburst-like blooms that appear in both spring and fall. This cultivar is part of the Encore series, renowned for its ability to bloom multiple times throughout the year, offering a spectacular display of color in gardens and landscapes.

Suggested Uses

This azalea is perfect for use in borders, as a hedge, or as a focal point in a mixed shrub bed. It also thrives in containers, making it a versatile choice for patios and small gardens. Its repeat blooming nature makes it ideal for adding color throughout the growing season.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Azalea 'Autumn Starburst Encore'
  • Common Name Common Name: Autumn Starburst Encore Azalea
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: 3-4 feet tall and wide
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 6-9
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Evergreen
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Spring and Fall
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Light Requirements Light Requirements: Full sun to part shade
  • Attracts Pollinators Attracts Pollinators: Yes
  • Indoor Friendly Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly Container Friendly: Yes
  • Deer Resistant Deer Resistant: No
  • Pet Warning Pet Warning: Toxic if ingested
  • Fragrant Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Cut Flower: No
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Rhododendrons, Camellias

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained, acidic soil
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Acidic, well-drained soil
  • Humidity Humidity: Prefers moderate humidity
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Prune after spring bloom to shape and remove dead wood
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch to protect roots in colder zones
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as in the container
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize in spring with an azalea-specific fertilizer
  • Special Care Special Care: Avoid overhead watering to prevent fungal diseases
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