Autumn Fire® Encore® Azalea
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Autumn Fire® Encore® Azalea
Description
Autumn Bonfire® Red | Rhododendron ‘Robleza' PPAF
Plant Highlight
- Growing Zone: 6-9
- Plant Brand: Encore® Azalea
- Botanical Name: Autumn Fire® Rhododendron ‘Robleza’ PPAF
- Foliage Color: Green
- Flower Color: Red
- Flower Fragrance: Slight
- Fall Color: NA
- Type: Evergreen
- Mature Height: 3’
- Mature Width: 3-3 ½’
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Exposure: Sun to part shade
- Soil Needs: Well drained not too wet or soggy
- Water Needs: Moderate as needed once established
- Pruning Needs: As needed in-between flowering
- Awards:
- Grown by: The Plant Factory
Additional Highlights:
- Pollinator Friendly: Yes
- Deer Resistant: No
- Pet Friendly: No
- Reblooming: Yes
- Cold and Heat Tolerant: Yes
The Autumn Fire Azalea is a stunning red flowering shrub perfect for any garden. Encore Azaleas Red varieties, like the Autumn Fire Azalea, bloom multiple times a year. This Autumn Fire Azalea offers vibrant red flowers that stand out in any landscape. Autumn Fire Azalea plants are easy to care for and thrive in various conditions. With proper Encore Azalea care, these red azaleas will flourish and bring color to your garden. Choose the Autumn Fire Azalea for a beautiful, low-maintenance addition to your outdoor space.
When selecting your Encore Azalea, first determine the size you want the plant to grow. Some Encores grow as large as 5 1/2 feet, while others are dwarf, growing only 2 1/2 feet tall. Next, choose your desired color. The right Encore can integrate into a pink/blue/purple color scheme, and others fit seamlessly into an orange-yellow color palette.
Plant Care:
Autumn Fire Azalea grows in zones 6-10 and enjoys full sun to light shade. It prefers well-drained, acidic soil and is drought tolerant once established. Mulch helps reduce water needs by retaining moisture and keeping the roots cool. Pruning should be done after the spring blooms fade to encourage new growth.
Ordering and Shipping:
Our processing time is usually 1-3 days after receiving the order. Orders taken after 4:00 pm on Wednesday through Sunday will be shipped the following Monday.
Shipping:
The Plant Factory, Inc. offers the very best shipping processes to ensure quick, safe, and near-perfect results every time. Cold and heat may deter your order temporarily until it is safe to receive and plant your plants/trees in your area. At our discretion, we will hold order till the threat is gone ensuring you with the healthiest- viable product ordered.
Summer/Winter Shipping Restrictions – Summer above 95 degrees | Winter - Below 34 degrees
Just a heads up! We share pictures and videos on our site to showcase our products and highlight the quality of our growing process. However, depending on the season you purchase, you can receive a plant that is smaller or larger than what is presented. There's a chance you might see a plant blooming like the one on our site, but it's not guaranteed. We often trim off blooms since they don't travel well. When you buy our plants, think of it as a wonderful investment in your future garden! Enjoy the journey of nurturing them to their fullest potential.
What makes Plant Factory Direct a great option?
We grow our plants right here at our nursery! Our knowledgeable staff uses top-notch horticultural practices to make sure our plants are healthy and of the highest quality. We choose your plants with the same care and thoughtfulness as if we were picking them for ourselves. We aim to go above and beyond what our customers expect. We take pride in providing wonderful “out of the box” experiences, along with friendly customer service and speedy resolutions.