
Autumn Princess Encore Azalea
Rhododendron x Autumn Princess Encore Azalea
Enjoy a royal flush of vibrant pink blooms from spring through fall with the easy-care Autumn Princess Encore Azalea.
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About this plant
The 'Autumn Princess' is a distinguished member of the Encore Azalea series, celebrated for its unique reblooming habit. Unlike traditional azaleas that bloom once, this exceptional shrub delivers a spectacular display of fuchsia-pink, semi-double flowers in spring, followed by successive flushes of blooms through summer and into fall. Its evergreen foliage provides year-round interest, maintaining a lush green backdrop in your garden even during the dormant season. Compact and well-branched, 'Autumn Princess' is an ideal choice for adding continuous color to borders, foundation plantings, and container gardens. Its manageable size makes it suitable for smaller gardens or for mass planting to create a stunning visual impact. This azalea thrives with minimal fuss, offering maximum beauty with relatively little effort. Elevate your landscape with the enduring charm and vibrant color of the 'Autumn Princess' Encore Azalea, a true gem that promises a long season of graceful blooms.
Care & maintenance
Plant in well-drained, acidic soil. Fertilize with an acid-specific fertilizer in early spring before new growth appears. Prune lightly after spring flowering to maintain shape and encourage new blooms. Avoid heavy pruning in late summer or fall.
Quick facts
- Type
- evergreen
- Mature height
- 2.5-3 feet
- Mature width
- 3 feet
- Sun
- Partial Sun to Partial Shade
- Water
- Medium; keep soil consistently moist, especially during dry periods, but avoid overwatering.
- Growth rate
- Moderate