Scientific Name
Enkianthus campanulatus

Common Name
Redvein enkianthus

 
Hardiness Zones: 4 to 7
Habit: Evergreen
Growth Rate: Slow
Site Requirements: Sun to partial shade; acidic, moist, well-drained soil; suffers in dry weather; does well in clay
Height: 6 to 12 feet
Width: 4 to 6 feet
Texture: Medium
Form: Narrow upright shrub; layered branches; tufted foliage
Flower/Fruit: Cluster of creamy white, small, bell-shaped flowers in spring; has red or pink veins; borne on previous year's growth
Foliage: Alternate, simple, glossy, bright to medium blue-green to olive green leaves; 1 to 3" long; brilliant yellow and red-orange fall color; varies among seedlings
Comments: Excellent smooth, warm brown bark
Cultivars: --
   

 

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