Autumn Bonfire Encore Azalea, compact evergreen shrub with vivid red flowers
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Autumn Bonfire Encore Azalea, compact evergreen shrub with vivid red flowers

Autumn Bonfire Encore Azalea – 3 Gallon Container

$98.00
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Rhododendron ‘Robleza’ PP29770

Autumn Bonfire Encore Azalea brings vivid red single and semi-double flowers to the landscape, paired with compact evergreen growth. This distinctive combination gives gardeners a practical way to add texture and seasonal character without sacrificing a cohesive planting design. It works especially well for repeating color in low borders, where the natural silhouette can be appreciated. Its ornamental details also contrast beautifully with broader leaves, softer perennials, and other complementary garden plants.

Why Gardeners Love Autumn Bonfire Encore Azalea

- Signature appearance: The vivid red single and semi-double flowers creates an immediately recognizable look.

- Natural structure: Its compact evergreen growth provides definition through the growing season.

- Landscape flexibility: Use Autumn Bonfire Encore Azalea for repeating color in low borders or as a thoughtfully placed accent.

- Mature proportions: Allow for approximately 3 feet of height and 4 feet of width.

- Seasonal character: Flowers generally appear in spring and fall, with timing dependent on local weather.

Where to Plant Autumn Bonfire Encore Azalea

Choose a location that gives the mature plant room to develop, especially near walls, walkways, or neighboring shrubs. Autumn Bonfire Encore Azalea can anchor repeating color in low borders while helping connect contrasting foliage and flower colors. Space plants with their expected 4-foot width in mind rather than crowding them at installation. The result is a more balanced planting that stays attractive as the garden matures.

Growing and Care Tips

Provide full sun and well-drained soil. USDA Hardiness Zones 6–10 are a useful guide, although local conditions matter. Water thoroughly at planting and maintain consistent moisture during establishment, checking the root zone before irrigating again. A layer of mulch helps moderate soil temperature, but keep it away from the stems. Prune only as needed to maintain the natural shape; avoid excessive trimming that removes developing buds or fresh growth.

Explore a Related Plant

For another choice in a similar garden category, explore Autumn Fire Encore Azalea. Compare their mature forms, foliage, and flowering characteristics to select the best fit for your landscape.

Hardiness Map
Mature Height: 3'
Mature Width: 4'
Flower Season: Spring and Fall
Sun: Full Sun
Hardiness Zone: 6 to 10
This plant is suitable for the low temperates below:
Temp (F)
Zone
Temp (C)
-10 to 0
6
-23.3 to -17.8
0 to 10
7
-17.8 to -12.2
10 to 20
8
-12.2 to -6.7
20 to 30
9
-6.7 to -1.1
30 to 40
10
-1.1 to 4.4

Be sure to use a well drained soil medium when planting any Azalea, Rhododendron, Mountain Laurel, or Camellia as they all prefer fall planting with less watering than you might think. In NC our soil is clay so we prefer to use pine bark soil conditioner when planting these varieties.


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