{"product_id":"autumn-bonfire-encore-azalea","title":"Autumn Bonfire Encore Azalea","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 2017 addition to the Encore Azalea Collection is the new, bold, and beautiful \u003cstrong\u003eAutumn Bonfire\u003c\/strong\u003e! The Autumn Bonfire® Encore® Azalea produces \u003cstrong\u003ebright, \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eclear-red blooms\u003c\/strong\u003e that stand out boldly against the dark green evergreen foliage. These Azaleas can \u003cstrong\u003erebloom up to three times yearly\u003c\/strong\u003e, in spring, summer, and fall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough its blooms are reminiscent of the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.plantsbymail.com\/products\/autumn-fire-encore-azalea\"\u003eAutumn Fire Encore Azalea\u003c\/a\u003e, the Encore Bonfire’s foliage does not change color like the Fire. Instead, it preserves its bright green foliage all year long. Moreover, the Autumn Bonfire is larger than the Autumn Fire, reaching \u003cstrong\u003e3 feet high and 3.5 feet wide\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Encore red \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.plantsbymail.com\/collections\/azaleas\" title=\"Shop all Azaleas for sale\"\u003eAzaleas\u003c\/a\u003e features a \u003cstrong\u003efaster growth\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ehabit \u003c\/strong\u003ethan other dwarf azaleas. Therefore, it will be at home in your landscape faster than most other reblooming azaleas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTry this Encore Azalea as a foundation planting at the foot of your house. Alternatively, use them as a reblooming hedge. The frequent blooms will provide a unique twist compared to a conventional hedge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant them in a container for a fantastic burst of color that will last for years. The Autumn Bonfire is also a great choice as an accent or specimen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAutumn Bonfire Encore Azalea Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHardy in \u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Zones 6-10.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in \u003cstrong\u003eFull Sun\u003c\/strong\u003e for best results. Pick a location in your landscape where this Azalea will receive \u003cstrong\u003e4-6\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ehours of direct sunlight\u003c\/strong\u003e or all-day lightly filtered sun. Consequently, too little sun will result in the Encore Bonfire having reduced bloom potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis red-blooming azalea prefers well-draining, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.plantsbymail.com\/products\/all-purpose-garden-soil-4-qt\"\u003erich garden soil\u003c\/a\u003e with a slightly acidic pH. Poorly draining soil eventually results in root rot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater regularly after planting, 2-3 times per week during average weather conditions. However, increased water will be required during intense heat and drought. After a growing season or two, your plant will be established enough to need supplementary water rarely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFertilize your Autumn Bonfire \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.plantsbymail.com\/collections\/encore-azalea\"\u003eEncore Azaleas\u003c\/a\u003e in spring with a slow-release \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.plantsbymail.com\/products\/espoma-organic-azalea-tone\"\u003eAcidic Fertilizer\u003c\/a\u003e to keep the blooms coming season after season!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAverage Shipping Sizes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e1 Gallon - 5-8 inches wide X 6-10 inches tall\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e2 Gallon - 8-12 inches wide x 10-14 inches tall\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e3 Gallon - 10-14 inches wide x 12-16 inches tall\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplementary Reading:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.plantsbymail.com\/blogs\/plant-care-guides\/how-and-when-to-fertilize-encore-azaleas\"\u003eHow and When to Fertilize Encore Azaleas\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.plantsbymail.com\/blogs\/faqs\/when-do-encore-azaleas-bloom\"\u003eWhen Do Encore Azaleas Bloom?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.plantsbymail.com\/blogs\/plant-care-guides\/when-to-prune-encore-azaleas\"\u003eWhen to Prune Encore Azaleas\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.plantsbymail.com\/blogs\/plant-recommendations\/the-encore-azalea-online-buyers-guide\"\u003eThe Encore Azalea Buyer's Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.encoreazalea.com\/planting-tips\/article\/3-easy-tips-for-successful-encore-azalea-planting\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAdditional Planting Tips from Encore Azalea\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Encore Azalea","offers":[{"title":"1 Gallon","offer_id":47161925107933,"sku":"80371","price":28.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 Gallon","offer_id":47161925140701,"sku":"80372","price":49.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 Gallon","offer_id":47161925173469,"sku":"80373","price":61.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0517\/3464\/2872\/files\/autumn-bonfire-encore-azalea-glamour-shot.jpg?v=1767057113","url":"https:\/\/gardeningwithcreekside.com\/products\/autumn-bonfire-encore-azalea","provider":"Creekside Nursery, Inc","version":"1.0","type":"link"}