Rhododendron ‘Roblez’ ~ Encore® Autumn Fire™ Azalea

Autumn Fire Encore Azalea is a compact dwarf evergreen azalea shrub with small dark green leaves that gain a bronze-purple hue in winter.  Dense clusters of velvety semi-double deep red flowers bloom in mid-spring and reblooms 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’ - 2.5’ Spread:  3’ - 4’ Spacing:  3’ USDA Hardiness Zone:  7 - 10 Culture:  Full Sun, Part Sun Bloom Color:  Red 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