Rhododendron ‘Conler’ ~ Encore® Autumn Ruby™ Azalea size-12-ft Sturdy stalks rise in summer

Sturdy stalks rise in summer with fluffy purple disk flowers in summer

It attracts various butterflies and caterpillars which in turn provide food for birds

measuring about 1

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but it prefers partial to full shade and well-drained soil

Rhododendron ‘Conler’ ~ Encore® Autumn Ruby™ Azalea size-12-ft Sturdy stalks rise in summerAutumn Ruby Encore Azalea is a reblooming dwarf evergreen shrub with an upright habit and small green leaves. Dense blooms of small scarlet red flowers begin in mid spring and smaller blooms continue in summer and fall. A very versatile plant that prefers partial sun with acidic rich, well drained soils. Azaleas are excellent pollination and butterfly attractors. Type: Shrub Height: 2 2. 5 Spread: 2 3 Spacing: 2 USDA Hardiness Zone: 6 9 Culture: Full