Encore Azalea Autumn Debutante - Baby Pink Freckled Evergreen Shrub for Full Sun Landscape and Container Planting

The Encore Azalea Debutante is an intermediate-sized addition to the ever-growing Encore Azalea plant collection, boasting delicate soft-pink single-form flowers adorned with distinctive dark pink speckles down their throats. These exquisite blooms create a mesmerizing display in spring, summer, and fall, offering a vibrant burst of color against the backdrop of the plant's dark, lustrous green foliage.

What sets Encore Azaleas, including the Autumn Debutante, apart is their exceptional tolerance to full sun. Unlike traditional azaleas, they thrive in locations receiving 4-6 hours of direct sunlight, though they appreciate some afternoon shade to shield them from intense heat. This versatility makes the Autumn Debutante an ideal choice for a variety of landscaping projects, whether planted in-ground to create a lush border or used in container gardens for a pop of color on patios or balconies.

The Autumn Debutante is not just about captivating looks; it's also impressively hardy, braving the cold down to USDA zone 6b. For optimal growth and blooming, the plant should be planted in slightly acidic, well-drained garden soil. Pruning needs are low, and it's best to prune, if necessary, after the spring blooming period to maintain shape and encourage more blooms.

The Encore Azalea Debutante is a true garden showstopper, attracting butterflies and pollinators and enhancing the ecological health of your garden. Its versatility and hardiness make it a perfect choice for a wide range of climates, from USDA zones 6 to 9. Whether used in borders, foundation plantings, or container gardens, the Autumn Debutante will add a unique visual appeal and a splash of vibrant color to any landscape.

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