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Autumn Amethyst Azalea

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Plant Information
Common Name Autumn Amethyst Azalea
Botanical Name Azalea x 'Conlee'
Description
Plant Type Shrub
Mature Height 3 to 4 ft
Mature Width 3 to 4 ft
Growth Habit Rounded
Bloom Color Purple
Bloom Interest Showy
Bloom Period April to May
Seasonal Interest Spring, Summer, Fall
Foliage Color Green
Foliage Type Simple
Fall Color Red-purple
Attributes Rabbit Resistant, Reblooming
Attracts Butterflies No
Attracts Birds No
Notes Azaleas are shallow rooted and should be planted in a bermed bed to prevent waterlogging of the roots.
Care
Sun Exposure Partial Sun, Shade
USDA Hardiness Zone 7 to 9
Zoned for KC Region No
Water Preference Moist,Well-drained
Maintenance Level Moderate
Cost Moderate
Watering Notes Waterlogging the roots can kill even for a short time. Be sure the soil drains well. Established plant need at least 1" of rain per week. Water slow and deep when dry. Reduce water to harden off about a month before the expected first frost. After a f
Fertilize Notes Fertilize just after blooms fade. Mulch plants and use a commercial azalea/rhododendron food. Use the lowest dose on the label. Slow-release acid-forming fertilizers are another alternative.
Prune Notes To maintain height, prune just after bloom or early summer. Late pruning will prevent flowering the following year.