True to its name, the opulent dark maroon single blooms on this new Encore® Azalea make it the darkest reblooming azalea on the market. Reaching a mature size of just 4 feet tall and wide, this compact, heavy bloomer makes a bold statement in planters and small spaces. Hardy in USDA Zones 6–10, Autumn Velvet blooms abundantly in spring, summer, and fall, set against a backdrop of emerald evergreen foliage. Available to trade in 2026.
Azalea Encore® Autumn Velvet®
Rhododendron Hybrid ‘Roblezo’ PP36693
- Size: 4' H x 4' W
- Exposure: Full sun to part shade
- USDA Zones: 6-10
- Sunset Zones: -
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