Azalea Encore Autumn Debutante, 3 Gallon, Pink Flowering Evergreen Shrub

Autumn Debutante Encore Azalea is a compact mid-sized evergreen azalea shrub with lush deep green leaves and large 3-inch soft pink flowers that bloommid-springandcontinues to rebloom intofall. A very versatile plant that preferspartialsun with acidic rich, well-drained soils. Azaleas are excellentpollinationandbutterfly attractors.Type: ShrubHeight: 3’ - 4’Spread: 3’ - 4’Spacing: 3’USDA Hardiness Zone: 6 - 10Culture: Full Sun, Part SunBloom Color: PinkSeason of Interest: Spring, Summer, Fall, Year-RoundMAINTENANCE 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: Hydrangea, Weigela,Drift RoseIMAGE: https://www.encoreazalea.com/the-collection*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown

• Shipping Advisory: Shipments to California may be delayed or refused due to state regulations
• Blooming Season: Features large 3-inch soft pink flowers that bloom in mid-spring and continue to rebloom into fall for extended seasonal color
• Plant Characteristics: Compact mid-sized evergreen azalea shrub with lush deep green leaves, reaching 3 to 4 feet in both height and spread
• Growing Conditions: Thrives in partial to full sun with acidic rich, well-drained soils, and is hardy in USDA zones 6 through 10
• Wildlife Benefits: Attracts pollinators and butterflies, making it a valuable addition to wildlife gardens and naturalized areas
• Landscape Uses: Suitable for accent or group plantings, borders, woodland gardens, foundation plantings, hedges, and containers
• Maintenance Requirements: Low maintenance plant with moderate water needs and properly drained soils to avoid root rot, requires acidic soil with pH range of 5 to 6.5