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Rhododendron Azaleas in Central Florida
February 1, 2021
This article by azalea expert Jane Weber delivers a history of rhododendrons with helpful tips on how to plant reblooming azaleas in her zone 8 Central Florida garden.
2021: Coming to Market
January 5, 2021
This article by Jamesetta M. Walker of The Virginian-Pilot announces the two newest Encore Azalea varieties. Plus, read the engaging Q&A with Encore Azalea inventor Buddy Lee.
Introducing 2 Stellar New Reblooming Azaleas
October 7, 2020
Two new Encore Azaleas make their debut at garden centers in spring 2021: Autumn Majesty® and Autumn Starburst™.
New Encore® Variety Sets the Garden Ablaze
January 28, 2018
Autumn Bonfire™ is a fiery-red, dwarf variety perfect for small gardens and containers.
Prepare for Winter with Encore® Azalea
March 30, 2015
Anecdotal reports from Oklahoma, North Carolina, Indiana and beyond report cold-hardy Encore Azalea success in recent icy winters.
Buddy Lee Featured Speaker: Avant-Gardeners
January 30, 2015
Sun City Hilton Head group to host Buddy Lee at its February meeting
‘Tis the Season…for Encore Azaleas®!
November 24, 2014
Encore® Azalea Facebook like and win contest to offer free azaleas for holiday décor
Encore Azalea at Southern Home & Garden
February 17, 2014
Two top ranking plant brands, Encore® Azalea and Southern Living® Plant Collection, will share hot new trends at the Southern Spring Home & Garden Show in Charlotte, NC.
2014 Birmingham Home + Garden Show
February 10, 2014
Two top ranking plant brands, Encore® Azalea and Southern Living® Plant Collection, will share hot new trends at the 2014 Birmingham Home + Garden Show.
Encore® Azalea Debuts 4 Varieties for 2014
January 17, 2014
The four new varieties include Autumn Sunburst™, Autumn Lily™, Autumn Ivory™ and Autumn Jewel™.
Buddy Lee Talks Azaleas at Magnolia Gardens
October 29, 2013
Magnolia Gardens in Charleston, SC will host Encore Azalea inventor Buddy Lee on November 9th, 2013.
Expert Speaking at East Coast Garden Center
September 20, 2013
Kip McConnell, director of Plant Development Services, Inc. will speak at the 7th Annual Harvest Festival on September 28, 2013
Southern Living Plant Collection + Encore®
February 5, 2013
Southern Living Plant Collection and Encore Azalea will be featured at the Texas Home & Garden Show alongside a wide range of the newest home and garden products...
Buddy Lee Speaking:Mid-Atlantic Horticulture
January 30, 2013
Buddy Lee, inventor of Encore Azaleas, will be a featured speaker at the Mid-Atlantic Horticulture Short Course (MAHSC), a nationally recognized training event for individuals in horticulture-related fields.
Buddy Lee Speaking in Fort Worth
January 30, 2013
Buddy Lee, the inventor of Encore Azaleas, will be a featured speaker at the 27th Annual Fort Worth Home & Garden Show being held at the Fort Worth Convention Center on Feb 8-10th.
Encore Azaleas Debut at Garden Symposium
September 11, 2012
The new varieties include Autumn Sunburst™, Autumn Lily™, Autumn Ivory™ and Autumn Jewel™.
Encore® Azaleas in Oregon’s Premier Park
July 23, 2012
Encore Azaleas to be featured in Bush’s Pasture Park in Salem, Oregon.
Encore® Azalea City Restoration Contest
March 9, 2012
Awarded landscape will be delivered to the San Jacinto County Courthouse today
Encore Azalea Naming Contest for New Variety
October 28, 2011
Encore® Azalea is holding a naming contest to help name one of the newest Encore Azalea varieties, which will debut in retail stores Fall 2012.
Greenfield Lake & Gardens Improvements
April 5, 2011
This article by Amy Hotz, originally posted on Star News Online, describes the transformation at Wilmington's first municipal park including Encore Azaleas.
Roanoke Gardeners: Garden Makeover Contest
January 26, 2011
Roanoke area gardeners can win a garden makeover from Encore® Azalea. (Contest over)
Encore Azaleas Rank In Popular LA Plants
November 5, 2010
In this article by LSU AgCenter Horticulturists Dan Gill, Kyle Huffstickler and Allen Owings, we learn the reasons why Encore Azaleas rank as some of the most popular plants in Louisiana, plus important reblooming azalea care and planting tips.
Certain Azaleas Offer ‘Encore’ Performance
August 11, 2010
In this article from the Brunswick County Extension, plant expert Al Hight calls Encore Azaleas "One of the great plant success stories of recent years."