Rhododendron Autumn Princess='Roblea' (Encore Azalea Series) (EA)

Common name: Autumn Princess Encore Azalea

Description: Another stunning member of the Encore series, this evergreen azalea produces vibrant coral-pink flowers with a subtle salmon tint in both spring and autumn. The ruffled-edged blooms appear in generous clusters against small, glossy dark green leaves. The compact, mounded growth habit creates a neat appearance that requires minimal pruning. The bi-annual flowering characteristic makes this variety particularly valuable for extending seasonal interest, with the autumn blooms often coinciding with changing leaf colours of deciduous plants.

Other benefits: dual flowering seasons, compact rounded form, evergreen foliage, low maintenance requirements

Wildlife attraction: bees, butterflies, beneficial pollinators

Height & spread (approx.) at 10 years: 0.9m x 1.1m

Position: partial shade with some morning sun; sheltered from strong winds

Soil pH: requires acidic soil; ideal pH 4.5-6.0

Moisture: regular watering required; mulch annually; prefers moist, well-drained, humus-rich soil

Winter hardiness: hardy to -12°C