The Autumn Embers™ Encore® Azalea delivers fiery, deep orange-red blooms that create bold, eye-catching color from spring through fall. Unlike traditional azaleas that flower once a year, this Encore® variety produces thick bloom coverage across three seasons, adding dramatic beauty to any landscape almost year-round. Its 2.5-inch semi-double flowers contrast beautifully with dark evergreen foliage, and its compact, low-maintenance growth habit makes it easy for gardeners of all experience levels. Growing 2–3 feet wide and up to 3 feet tall, the Autumn Embers™ Azalea works beautifully as a specimen plant, small hedge, or spreading flowering groundcover. This shrub thrives in partial sun with afternoon shade, preferring moist, well-drained, slightly acidic soil. Hardy, reliable, and trouble-free, it grows well in USDA zones 6–10 and performs best when watered consistently during the first year to establish strong roots. The Encore® series is valued for reblooming in spring, summer, and fall, giving you long-lasting color with minimal care. For gardeners seeking vivid red seasonal interest and an easy-care flowering shrub, Autumn Embers™ stands out as a top choice.
Unique Plant Features:
- Three-Season Blooming: Produces vibrant orange-red flowers in spring, summer, and fall—far longer than traditional azaleas.
- Compact Evergreen Form: Grows up to 3 ft. tall and 2–3 ft. wide with dense, dark green foliage that stays attractive year-round.
- Low-Maintenance & Hardy: Trouble-free, easy to care for, and thrives in partial sun with afternoon shade; ideal for USDA zones 6–10.
- Versatile Landscape Use: Works beautifully as a standalone accent, small hedge, or spreading flowering groundcover.
- Thrives in Acidic, Well-Drained Soil: Prefers moist, slightly acidic soil and consistent watering during the first year for strong root growth
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Sunlight Partial Sun/Partial Shade
Flower Color
Red/Orange
Foliage Color
Green
Mature Width
2-3 ft
Mature Height3 ft
Growing Zones6, 7, 8, 9, 10