ENKIANTHUS
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ENKIANTHUS
All flower APR-MAY
Clusters of cream, through pink to red bells in spring and foliage which colours various shades of red in autumn.
Genus of 12 species of mainly deciduous shrubs from scrub and woodland from the Himalayas to Japan
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Good to know
Wildlife plant - insects -
Pests & Diseases
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Place of origin
Japan -
Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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DeciduousToothed, dull green leaves to 6cm (2½in) long, turning red in autumn.
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Red
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Bell/LanternBell-shaped 5-10mm (¼-½in) long
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RacemesPendent racemes of 5-15 flowers
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Woodland gardenIn an open site
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Fully hardy
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Serrulate
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Elliptic
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Height
4-5m (13-16ft) -
Spread
4-5m (13-16ft)
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Tall ShrubSpreading, tree-like shrub with whorled branches.
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Pruning group 1
Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.
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Hardy - very cold winter
Hardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F) -
Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Fertile moist well-drained soilHumus-rich.
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Neutral to acid soil
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Full sun
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Partial shade
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Bee friendly
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Mature Size4-5m (13-16ft)
4-5m (13-16ft)
View Planting Tips and Care Advice
Enkianthus - Care Guide
