Autumn Royalty® Encore® Azalea

part of the Encore Azalea series, which was developed to extend the traditional azalea bloom season. This variety grows with a dense, rounded habit and provides year round greenery even when not in bloom. Why You’ll Love the Autumn Royalty® Azalea The Autumn Royalty Encore® was voted the Azalea of the year in 2004 , by the American Rhododendron Society not only for its appearance and the longevity of its blooms, but with how hardy this Encore® variety is. This royally beautiful azalea was introduced as part of the Encore Azalea breeding program, which focused on creating azaleas that rebloom reliably while maintaining strong evergreen foliage. Gardeners and landscapers often use this plant as a foundation shrub, hedge, or colorful focal point in mixed beds. Its popularity comes from the combination of vibrant purple flowers, repeat blooming cycles, and its ability to perform well in a wide range of climates. Autumn Royalty Azalea will typically reach a mature height and width of around 4-5 feet , making it suitable for both small & large landscapes. The flowers are a rich royal purple with a classic azalea form, and blooming can occur in spring, summer, and fall under proper conditions. The evergreen foliage remains dark green throughout the year and provides structure even when the plant is not flowering. This variety is also known for good cold tolerance compared to many traditional azaleas. Autumn Royalty® Azalea Care Guide This azalea performs best in partial sun, especially with morning sunlight and some afternoon shade to protect blooms and foliage. It prefers acidic, well drained soil that retains some moisture without becoming soggy. Regular watering is important during establishment, while mature plants benefit from consistent moisture and a layer of mulch to protect roots. Light pruning after a major bloom cycle often helps maintain shape and encourages future flowering. Water deeply and regularly for the first 6 months after planting. Aim for 2 inches of water twice a week except after rain These plants love our Florida weather, but they can grow all over the country! The Autumn Royalty Azalea thrives in USDA hardiness zones 6-10 Here on the nursery, we’ve found these azalea grow at their best when they receive 4-6 hours of direct sunlight. Pro Gardener Tip : Don’t feed your azaleas after August! The best time to apply fertilizer is in the summer or after they bloom in the spring time Why Buy From Perfect Plants? Buying the Autumn Royalty Azalea from Perfect Plants means you are getting a healthy plant nurtured by experts who understand proper care from early rooting to shipping. Purchasing directly from a grower ensures better quality, stronger root systems, and plants that are ready to thrive in your landscape. Check out all our Azalea shrubs for sale . Browse all our flowering shrubs for sale .