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azalea house plants Autumn Lily® Encore® AzaleaAutumn Lily Encore Azalea Lavender Reblooming Evergreen Shrub 2 3 Feet Tall, Individual Plants Experience vibrant lavender blooms three seasons a year with one of the most popular reblooming azaleas available. The Autumn Lily Encore Azalea is a hardy, award winning evergreen shrub that has become one of the most sought after purple reblooming azaleas for its consistent performance and vivid seasonal display. This exceptional compact flowering shrub
Experience vibrant lavender blooms three seasons a year with one of the most popular reblooming azaleas available. The Autumn Lily Encore Azalea is a hardy, award-winning evergreen shrub that has become one of the most sought-after purple reblooming azaleas for its consistent performance and vivid seasonal display. This exceptional compact flowering shrub has become a favorite for its reliable reblooming performance throughout the growing season. With rich lavender-purple blooms accentuating dark green glossy foliage and vibrant color for up to 9 months a year, the Autumn Lily Encore Azalea transforms ordinary landscapes into colorful garden showcases that bloom in spring, summer, and fall. The low-maintenance evergreen shrub along with highly adaptable nature that thrives in light shade or full sun creates year-round visual interest while providing consistent reblooming performance. Unlike traditional azaleas that bloom only once, these innovative Encore varieties provide continuous floral displays that actually intensify with proper care and establishment.
Why You'll Love the Autumn Lily Encore Azalea
Perfect Compact Size: Growing 2 to 3 feet tall and wide at maturity with dwarf flowering habit makes this the perfect choice for foundation plantings, containers, borders, and small garden spaces where vibrant color is desired.
Triple Season Blooming: For borders or low hedges, plant about 2 feet apart on center and they quickly establish to provide beautiful lavender blooms in spring, summer, and fall. These repeat blooming azaleas have guaranteed flower production throughout the growing season.
Outstanding Hardiness: Hardy in USDA zones 6-10 with tolerance down to -5° F when established. This azalea is evergreen and will carry out its beauty year round with exceptional heat and humidity tolerance.
Versatile Growing Solution: Low-maintenance azalea due to easy to grow and trouble-free nature - perfect for gardeners seeking continuous lavender blooms with minimal care requirements in various light conditions.
Autumn Lily Encore Azalea Details
Botanical Name: Rhododendron 'Conlee' (Autumn Lily Encore)
Type: Evergreen reblooming shrub
Mature Size: 24-36" tall × 24-36" wide (compact mounding habit)
Growth Rate: Moderate rate with long lifespan under ideal conditions
Light: 4-6 hours of direct sun or all-day filtered sun (full sun to partial shade)
Soil: Well-drained, acidic soil with consistent moisture
Water: Water regularly until established, supplemental water during dry seasons
USDA Hardiness Zones: 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
Growing Conditions
Soil Adaptability: Requires evenly moist well-drained soil for optimal growth but will die in standing water. Prefers acidic, organically rich soils with excellent drainage.
Light Requirements: Too little sun will result in decreased bloom potential and foliage coverage. Will need protection from hot sun in warmer climates but requires adequate sunlight for best blooming.
Hardiness: USDA zones 6-10, making it suitable for a wide range of temperate regions with cold tolerance down to -5°F when established.
Care Instructions
Watering: Water regularly until established and provide supplemental water during dry seasons. Should be watered regularly, especially during hot and dry periods.
Pruning: Prune immediately after spring flowering for best reblooming performance. Light pruning to maintain shape as needed.
Fertilizing: Apply acidic fertilizer formulated for azaleas in early spring for optimal growth and continuous blooming performance.
Landscaping Uses
Versatile Applications: Autumn Lily Encore Azalea's compact size and triple-season blooms make it suitable for: foundation plantings, container gardens, row hedges, groundcover, color accents, and landscape accents.
Container Excellence: Many people grow these in containers to brighten up their patio or pool deck, making it an excellent choice for adding vibrant color to entryways, porches, patios, or decks.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far apart should I plant Autumn Lily Encore Azaleas? To establish a hedge, plant 3 to 4 feet on center. Plant at least 5 feet apart on center for more informal, foundational plantings. For borders or low hedges, plant about 2 feet apart on center.
Do they really bloom three times per year? Yes, this azalea variety blooms in spring, summer, and fall with vibrant lavender blooms for up to 9 months a year when properly cared for.
Are Autumn Lily Encore Azaleas truly evergreen and low maintenance? This azalea is evergreen and will carry out its beauty year round and is low-maintenance with easy to grow and trouble-free nature once established.