Enkianthus is a compact deciduous shrub with a rounded habit and green leaves with downy undersides that turn shades of yellow and orange, or bright scarlet in fall. Hanging clusters of fragrant white bell-like flowers bloom in early spring. Thrives in part sun and rich, moist, well-drained acidic soils. Does well with clay soils, but will suffer in drought.
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Type: |
Shrub |
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Origins: |
Japan |
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Height: |
3' - 6' |
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Spread: |
3' - 6' |
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Spacing: |
5' |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
6 - 8 |
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Culture: |
Full Sun, Part Sun |
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Bloom Color: |
White |
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Season of Interest: |
Spring, Fall |
MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low maintenance. No serious pests or diseases. Watch for mites in hot summers. Prune as needed immediately after flowering.
LANDSCAPE USES: Group Plantings or Specimen Tree, Wildlife Gardens, Woodland Gardens, and Shade Tree.
COMPANION PLANTS: Hakone Grass, Japanese Maple, Bleeding Heart
IMAGES: KENPEI, Enkianthus perulatus3, CC BY-SA 3.0,(2) そらみみ, Enkianthus perulatus in Okayama Shrine in Ogi Park, CC BY-SA 4.0, (3) ume-y, 灯台躑躅(ドウダンツツジ) Enkianthus perulatus, (4) Alvin Kho, 20111106 Enkianthus perulatus
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.
