Rhododendron ‘Conlef’ ~ Encore® Autumn Cheer™ Azalea

Rhododendron ‘Conlef’ ~ Encore® Autumn Cheer™ AzaleaAutumn Cheer Encore Azalea is a compact dwarf azalea shrub with small mid green leaves. The rich, medium pink flowers with a splash of dark pink at the center bloom mid spring and continues to rebloom into fall. A very versatile plant that prefers partial sun with acidic rich, well drained soils. Azaleas are excellent pollination and butterfly attractors. Type: Shrub Height: 2 3 Spread: 3 3. 5 Spacing: 3 USDA Hardiness Zone: 6 10 Culture: Full Sun,

Autumn Cheer Encore Azalea is a compact dwarf azalea shrub with small mid-green leaves.  The rich, medium pink flowers with a splash of dark pink at the center bloom mid-spring and continues to rebloom into fall.  A very versatile plant that prefers partial sun with acidic rich, well-drained soils.  Azaleas are excellent pollination and butterfly attractors.

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: Heuchera, Bleeding Heart, Rhododendron

IMAGE: https://www.encoreazalea.com/the-collection/