{"product_id":"autumn-sunburst-encore-azalea","title":"Autumn Sunburst Encore Azalea","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe new Autumn Sunburst® Encore® Azalea is an azalea you won't regret planting! The Encore Sunburst produces \u003cstrong\u003ebicolor coral pink blossoms with soft white edges\u003c\/strong\u003e. These gorgeous flowers emerge in greatest numbers during a massive initial spring bloom. Afterward, they will\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eproduce 2-3 more slightly smaller reblooms before the onset of winter. With warmer zones having the potential to see even more bloom cycles!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Autumn Sunburst Encore Azalea produces glossy and rounded oval leaves. This \u003cstrong\u003ebright green foliage\u003c\/strong\u003e remains evergreen all year long. Therefore, your landscape will never be bare with this azalea!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse this pink and white blooming azalea in your landscape or garden as a specimen, accent, low hedge or foundation. Furthermore, it shines in container plantings, whether as a mixed container or a standalone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a mature size of \u003cstrong\u003e3 feet H x 3.5 feet W\u003c\/strong\u003e, this azalea is perfect for \u003cstrong\u003elow-maintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e gardeners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAutumn Sunburst \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEncore Azalea \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHardy from \u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Zones 6a-10b\u003c\/strong\u003e. Provide some winter protection for the Autumn Sunburst during its first couple growing seasons to help ensure survival.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide\u003cstrong\u003e 4-6 hours of direct sun\u003c\/strong\u003e daily to ensure maximum blooms. Filtered sun all day can work, however, be sure that enough light is coming through. If not, you will not have as many blooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant the Autumn Sunburst \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.plantsbymail.com\/collections\/encore-azalea\"\u003eEncore Azalea\u003c\/a\u003e in well-draining acidic soil for best results. Azaleas are prone to root rot, so be sure that your soil has good drainage to ensure long-term success.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeally you will want to water your new \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.plantsbymail.com\/collections\/azaleas\"\u003eazalea bushes\u003c\/a\u003e regularly for the first growing season. \u003cstrong\u003e2-3 waterings per week\u003c\/strong\u003e is generally sufficient, with increased frequency needed in times of high heat and drought. During this establishment period, check regularly to ensure that your plants are neither drying out or staying soggy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFertilize with an acidic plant fertilizer such as \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.plantsbymail.com\/products\/espoma-organic-azalea-tone\"\u003eEspoma Organic Azalea Tone\u003c\/a\u003e in spring once the threat of frost has passed. Moreover, regular fertilizer applications will help to encourage increased blooming and growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003eCheck out a few other popular reblooming azalea selections, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.plantsbymail.com\/products\/autumn-fire-encore-azalea\"\u003eAutumn Fire Encore Azalea\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.plantsbymail.com\/products\/autumn-bonfire-encore-azalea\"\u003eAutumn Bonfire Encore Azalea\u003c\/a\u003e, and the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.plantsbymail.com\/products\/autumn-angel-encore-azalea\"\u003eAutumn Angel Encore Azalea\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\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","brand":"Encore Azalea","offers":[{"title":"1 Gallon","offer_id":47161927368925,"sku":"80691","price":28.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 Gallon","offer_id":47161927401693,"sku":"80692","price":49.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 Gallon","offer_id":47161927434461,"sku":"80693","price":61.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0517\/3464\/2872\/files\/autumn-sunburst-encore-azalea-product.jpg?v=1767057260","url":"https:\/\/gardeningwithcreekside.com\/products\/autumn-sunburst-encore-azalea","provider":"Creekside Nursery, Inc","version":"1.0","type":"link"}