Rhododendron 'Conlec' ~ Encore® Autumn Royalty™ Azalea
Autumn Royalty Encore Azalea is a dense mid-sized azalea shrub with small green leaves. The large purple-pink flowers have a strong bloom in mid-spring and smaller blooms in summer and 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: 4’ - 5’ Spread: 3’ - 4’ Spacing: 3’ USDA Hardiness Zone: 6 - 9 Culture: Full Sun, Part Sun Bloom Color: Purple 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 are more prone to powdery mildew, tw