Autumn Ruby Encore Azalea is a reblooming dwarf evergreen shrub with an upright habit and small green leaves. Dense blooms of small scarlet red flowers begin in mid-spring and smaller blooms continue in summer and fall. A very versatile plant that prefers partial sun with acidic rich, well-drained soils. Azaleas are excellent pollination and butterfly attractors.
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Height: |
2’ - 2.5’ |
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Spread: |
2’ - 3’ |
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Spacing: |
2’ |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
6 - 9 |
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Bloom Color: |
Red |
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MAINTENANCE NEEDS: A low maintenance plant. Moderate water needs, properly drained soils is a must to avoid root rot. Mulch helps to keep roots from drying out. Keep away from drip lines of the walnut family. Acidify soils as needed (PH range of 5 to 6.5) Can use sulfur or iron sulfate to lower ph, and lime or limestone to raise PH. Southern climates with excessive humidity are more prone to powdery mildew, twig blights, and rust.
LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Gardens, Wildlife Gardens, Naturalized Areas, Foundational Plantings, Hedges, and Containers.
COMPANION PLANTS: Helleborus, Rosa, Clematis
IMAGES: Photo by Drew Avery, Encore Azalea Autumn Ruby {rhododendron penthanthera}, (2) Photo by Encore Azaleas, Autumn Ruby Azalea
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.
