Rhododendron ‘Conlef’
Derived from the Southern Indica and Kurume, this encore hybrid is native to Louisiana. The encores' are the most sun tolerant of the azalea family. The Cheer Encore is part of the small encore azalea class that is a softy with ruffled single blooms twice a year. Rosy cheeked pink, these beauties make excellent combination designs and work well independently as accents, foundations, or edge ornaments.
The Cheer Encore is compact, known to attract butterflies, and very little pruning is required, deeming this plant a low maintenance variety.
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Photos by Toms Creek Nursery in Denton, NC & our friends at Encore Azaleas
| Ornamental Characteristics |
| Category |
Flowering Shrub |
| Foliage Type |
Evergreen |
| Height |
3' |
| Spread |
3.5' |
| Shape |
Upright/Rounded |
| Primary Foliage Color |
Green |
| Seasonal Foliage Color |
Green |
| Flowering Season |
Spring and Fall |
| Flower Color |
Rose Pink |
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| Environmental Characteristics |
| Growth Rate |
Moderate
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| Sun Preferences |
4 - 6 hours full sun and high filtered shade for optimal blooms; some shade in the afternoon heat |
| Water Preferences |
Average; Ensure planting area provides adequate drainage.
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| Hardiness Zones |
6 to 10 |
