Encore Azalea 2 -Gallon Autumn Fire Azalea Flowering Shrub with Red Blooms 2.0 -Pack

The Encore Azalea Autumn Fire is a captivating re-blooming dwarf-sized variety that offers a stunning display throughout the year, boasting the potential to bloom up to three times annually – in Spring, Summer, and Fall. At maturity, it reaches a compact size of 2.5 feet in height and 3 feet in width, making it an excellent choice for various garden settings. Its semi-double blooms, measuring 2.5 inches, are velvety red, adding a vibrant pop of color to any landscape. During the growing seasons of Spring through Fall, the foliage showcases a glossy green hue, transitioning to a striking bronze-purple as temperatures drop in Winter. This versatile shrub is well-suited for numerous landscaping applications, including planting in hedges, borders, foundations, container gardens, or as part of mass plantings. To thrive, Encore Azaleas prefer slightly acidic soils with a pH range of 5.5 to 6.5 and require approximately 4 to 6 hours of sunlight daily. When planting, it's recommended to dig a hole twice the width of the plant pot, ensuring the root ball sits slightly above the soil level. Backfill the hole with a blend of well-draining garden soil and native soil to provide optimal conditions for growth. For continued vigor and abundant blooms, feeding your Encore Azalea is essential. Utilize a slow-release fertilizer with slightly acidic properties each Spring to provide the necessary nutrients for sustained health and flowering prowess. With proper care and attention, the Encore Azalea Autumn Fire is sure to become a standout feature in your garden, captivating with its recurrent blooms and stunning foliage transformations throughout the seasons.