Q. I have about 20 Encore azaleas. Most have just stopped blooming. Should they be fertilized now? Should they be fertilized after they bloom each time? A. The good thing about the Encore series is ...

A: Encore azaleas flower on new wood rather than on old, as most traditional azaleas do. Encores produce a heavy spring flush of blooms, then grow. Another flowering cycle begins in mid- to late ...

Have you tried growing encore azaleas? These remarkable plants have been around for only a few decades and continue to impress and inspire gardeners with their beautiful flowers and long bloom times.

After enjoying the azaleas' beautiful blooms, it's time to do some pruning. As you do, it's a good time to reflect on your ...

A: Sunshine is very important, and lots of it! They really don’t need pruning. Improperly timed pruning can actually remove buds that plan to bloom that following season. That being said, only prune ...

Azaleas are getting ready to set gardens on fire. The fluorescent shades of this plant's hallmark blooms tend to make a near-instant impact on the landscape. Though a signature of the South, ...

Please tell me about Encore azaleas -- when to plant, care, how often they bloom, colors and height. A. Encore azaleas look like other azaleas we've used for years in our gardens, but the 14 varieties ...

Since the introduction of knock-out roses, their relatively low level of care compared to many other kinds of roses has made them attractive to many homeowners. Little or no deadheading, reduced ...

The act of pruning azaleas can be seen as a metaphor for personal growth and self-care. Azaleas should be pruned within three weeks after their blooming cycle ends. Different pruning techniques ...