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2026 is the Year of the Azalea
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Azaleas add welcome color to the spring garden and some, like Encore®, Perfecto Mundo®, and ReBLOOM™ offer additional blooms in summer and fall. With beautiful flowers in an array of colors and sizes and a variety of growth habits, it’s no wonder the National Garden Bureau has declared 2026 the Year of the Azalea. The keys to success are selecting azaleas adapted to the climate, placing them in a suitable location, and, of course, providing proper care. Azaleas need slightly acidic soil with good drainage and prefer light to moderate shade. If shade is limited, consider growing Encore® Azaleas, Sweet...