Gardeners across the southern states experienced unusually cold weather this winter. While many Encore Azaleas are hardy to USDA Zone 6, temperatures dipped way below the norm leaving some plants damaged. Before reaching for the pruners, give azaleas a chance to recover. Once we see leaf and flower buds begin to open, we can then differentiate between living and dead tissue.
For azaleas not damaged by the cold, you'll also want to wait until after flowering to prune plants. Download our Pruning Care Sheet or watch this video to learn how to prune properly. Also, wait to fertilize azaleas until right after spring blooming.
For some of us, spring feels like the present, while we know your garden also might just be waking up from the winter slumber. There is plenty of time to envision and plant new azalea garden masterpieces. We like to combine solid and bicolor varieties for a dynamic display. When selecting plants to pair, pay attention to plant size as well as bloom color. Layer a dwarf, solid-colored variety like Autumn Angel® in front of a taller bicolor selection like Autumn Twist®.
Happy Spring!
All of us at Encore Azalea
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