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ENKIANTHUS campanulatus
Commonly known as Red vein enkianthus
Sulphur-bronze flowers
Further Reading....
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Deciduous - ovate-elliptic, toothed, dull-green leaves to 6cm (2½in) long, turning orange-yellow to red in autumn.
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Cream -
Striped, Veined or Multicoloured - pink veins
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Height - 4-5m (13-16ft) -
Spread - 4-5m (13-16ft)
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Tall Shrub - spreading, tree-like shrub with whorled branches
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Hardy - cold winter - Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F) -
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Additional Features - Good to know - - wildlife plant - insects -
Pests & Diseases - none -
Place of origin - Japan -
Resistant to honey fungus - These plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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Flower Shape - Bell/Lantern - - bell-shaped 5-10mm (¼-½in) long
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Racemes - pendent racemes of 5-15 flowers
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Garden Location/Conditions - Woodland garden -
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Hardiness - Fully hardy -
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Pruning group - 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.
RHS group 1 -
Seasonal Interest - Autumn -
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Soil Conditions - Fertile moist well-drained soil - - humus-rich.
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Neutral to acid soil
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Wildlife - Bee friendly -
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Enkianthus - Care Guide
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Buy Varieties of ENKIANTHUS campanulatus
ENKIANTHUS campanulatus 'Red Bells' >
Cream coloured bell-shaped flowers have faint red veins and red tipped petals. Outstanding red autumn colour
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