Autumn Lilac® Encore® Azalea
Autumn Lilac Encore Azalea (Rhododendron ‘Robles’) is a stunning, reblooming azalea variety that adds vibrant color and beauty to any landscape. With its delicate lavender-purple blooms and glossy evergreen foliage, this azalea offers year-round interest and charm. The flowers appear in abundance during spring, with repeat blooming throughout summer and fall, creating a long-lasting floral display that brightens gardens for months. The compact growth habit, reaching 3 to 4 feet in height and width, makes Autumn Lilac Encore Azalea perfect for foundation plantings, mixed borders, or as a beautiful container plant that enhances patios and entryways.
Autumn Lilac Encore Azalea thrives in USDA hardiness zones 6 through 10, preferring full sun to partial shade to achieve its best bloom performance. This versatile azalea is more sun-tolerant than many traditional azalea varieties, making it an excellent choice for sunny spots where consistent blooms are desired. Plant it in well-drained, acidic soil, and keep the roots moist but not waterlogged for optimal growth. The stunning lavender-purple flowers attract pollinators such as butterflies and hummingbirds, adding wildlife interest to your garden. With its repeat-blooming ability and ease of care, this azalea brings bursts of color from spring to fall, providing a showy focal point in any garden setting.
In addition to its striking flowers, Autumn Lilac Encore Azalea boasts rich green foliage that remains attractive year-round, even when not in bloom. This evergreen shrub is low-maintenance and requires minimal pruning, with only light shaping needed after flowering to maintain its natural form. Mulching around the base helps retain moisture and protects the roots, ensuring the azalea stays healthy and vibrant. Whether used as a foundation planting, in a mixed shrub border, or as a potted accent, Autumn Lilac Encore Azalea is a versatile and colorful choice that enhances any landscape with its continuous blooms and lush foliage.
