Rhododendron ‘Conles’ ~ Encore® Autumn Empress™ Azalea

Autumn Empress Encore Azalea is a compact mid-sized evergreen azalea shrub with small deep green leaves that turn bronze in winter.  The ruffled semi-double mid pink flowers bloom in 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:  3’ - 4’ Spread:  2’ - 3’ Spacing:  2’ USDA Hardiness Zone:  6 - 9 Culture:  Full Sun, Part Sun Bloom Color:  Pink Season of Interest:  Spring, Summer, Fall, Year-Round 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