Add limestone or lime to soils to raise the pH. Add sulfur or iron sulfate to soils to lower the pH. Acidify soils as needed (plants generally like soil pH in the range of 5.0 to 5.5). Shallow, fibrous root systems (do not cultivate around plants) will benefit greatly from a mulch (e.g., wood chips, bark or pine needles) to help retain moisture and stabilize soil temperatures. Large, open, funnel-shaped, purple and white striped flowers (to 4 diameter) bloom in spring. It is noted for its unique bloom, bloom time and habit. It was discovered in Independence, Lousisiana in 1997 as a branch sport of Rhododendron ‘Conlec’. Use Autumn Twist Encore Azaleas for borders, mass. AUTUMN TWIST is a dense, upright, evergreen azalea that grows to 4-6’ tall and as wide. Poor drainage inevitably leads to root rot, therefore raised beds/plantings should be considered in heavy clay soils. The leaves turn purple in winter, providing a great twist of color during a typically drab yard & garden. Good soil drainage is essential (plants do not like ?wet feet?). Autumn Twist has a robust upright growth habit with deep green foliage and large, variegated white and purple blooms. Glossy deep green and bronze-colored foliage on a 10- to 12-foot shrub will take your. Many gardeners are stunned when they first see a mature Bronze Beauty or LeAnn Cleyera. Do not site plants within or near the drip line of trees in the walnut family (most rhododendrons/azaleas are sensitive to toxic juglones produced by roots of walnuts, butternuts, pecans and hickories). Cleyera is another great evergreen shrub or small tree that would partner well in a garden with hollies, while serving as a companion to Encore Azaleas. Plants perform well on north or east facing slopes. Plant in a location protected from strong winds. Morning sun with afternoon shade is also acceptable. Prefers a sun dappled or high open shade. These are approximate measurements and they do vary from supplier to supplier.Best grown in acidic, organically rich, humusy, medium moisture, moisture-retentive but well-drained soils in part shade. 5 Gallon Pot - 12 to 13 inches wide by 11 to 12.5 inches deep.3 Gallon Pot - 10.5 to 11.5 inches wide by 9.5 to 10.5 inches deep.2 Gallon Pot - 8.5 to 9.5 inches wide by 8 to 9 inches deep.1 Gallon Pot - 6.5 to 7.5 inches wide by 7 to 8 inches deep.These are approximate measurements and dimensions vary from manufacturer to manufacturer but all dimensions fall in the following specifications. What you actually should be concerned with is the dimensions of the pot rather than capacity because let’s face it the size of the hole you dig is dependent on the dimensions, not the capacity. 5-gallon (#5) pot holds about 4.6 gallons of soil.Planting Density: 1-3 plants per m, 1-2 plants per linear metre. After 3 years of testing we are yet to see flower blight on this plant.
It has stunning fuschia striped blooms that repeat in spring, summer and autumn. 3-gallon (#3) pot holds about 2.9 gallons of soil Description: Autumn Twist Rhododendron is a super heat tough and lace bug resistant Azalea.2-gallon (#2) pot holds about 1.5 gallons of soil.1-gallon (#1) pot for example, can hold 3 quarts of soil yet they are still considered a 1-gallon pot.Gallon is just a term of reference leftover from the days of nurseries growing plants in metal containers. This can be misleading to gardeners as a one-gallon pot would lead you to believe that the pot would hold one gallon of milk. Nursery pot sizes are called gallon sizes. After flowering, new shoots appear and develop additional flower buds, resulting in both a summer (late July) and a fall bloom (sometimes to frost). Protection from the afternoon sun may also be given by fences, shrubbery, or screens. Some have purple stripes, some are all white. A site sloping to the north or east is usually best because it is less subjected to rapid temperature changes in late fall or early spring needs wind protection.įiltered sunlight is ideal, but morning sunlight is best plants may survive continuous shade if trees have branches pruned high. This reblooming azalea features unique magenta purple and crisp white blooms that emerge in unpredictable patterns. This new variety possesses a unique blooming time and is superior in development. Growing to 5 feet tall and 5 feet wide, Autumn Twist Encore Azalea is a perfect choice for groupings, mass plantings, mid-size hedges or an accent in landscape. Having a medium growth rate, this repeat bloomer makes a great foundation plant. Autumn Twist Encore Azalea provides year-round interest in the landscape with its deep pinkish-purple blooms lasting spring into fall and dark green evergreen foliage that takes on purplish hues in the winter.Īzalea Autumn Twist Shrubs are one of the most cold-hardy Encore Azaleas and reach 4 feet in height and width.
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