Azalea Encore 'Autumn Princess'Autumn Princess Encore Azalea

The Azalea Encore 'Autumn Princess', or Autumn Princess Encore Azalea, is a compact, evergreen shrub admired for its vibrant pink blooms and striking reddish-bronze new foliage. This repeat-blooming azalea flowers abundantly in spring, summer, and autumn, providing consistent colour and seasonal interest. Its glossy green foliage transitions to reddish tones in cooler months, adding year-round beauty to landscapes.

Reaching up to 1.2 metres, the Autumn Princess is a low-maintenance and versatile plant, perfect for borders, hedges, or containers.

Specifications

• Height1 to 1.2 metres
• Width1 to 1.2 metres
• Native toHybrid cultivated in the United States
• FoliageGlossy green leaves with reddish-bronze new growth and seasonal colouration
• Growth rateModerate

Conditions

• SoilPrefers well-drained, acidic soil with organic matter
• LightFull sun to partial shade (blooms best with more sun)
• WaterModerate; keep soil evenly moist but not soggy
• ClimateThrives in temperate and subtropical regions

Additional Features

• FlowersBright pink blooms appearing in spring, summer, and autumn
• UsesIdeal for hedges, borders, foundation plantings, or container gardening
• SpacingPlant 0.8 to 1 metre apart for dense coverage
• Low MaintenanceRequires light pruning after flowering to encourage blooms
• Pest ResistanceGenerally pest-free with proper care
• Seasonal AppealYear-round foliage interest with multi-season blooms
• VersatilitySuitable for formal gardens, cottage landscapes, and urban settings

The Autumn Princess Encore Azalea combines vibrant flowers with unique foliage, making it a stunning addition to gardens and landscapes seeking colour and low-maintenance charm.