Enkianthus perulatus
About
Enkianthus perulatus (dodan-tsutsuji) is a species of flowering plant in the family Ericaceae, native to Japan. It is a compact, slow-growing, deciduous shrub eventually growing to 2 m tall and wide. Pendent umbels of pure white, bell-shaped flowers in spring are followed in autumn by brilliant red and yellow leaf colours. Its leaves are ovate and medium to bright green in colour. It grows in sunny woodland areas.
- Family
- Ericaceae
How to use it
This lovely shrub can be used ornamentally in gardens, particularly in sunny woodland areas where it thrives. Its striking flowers and colorful autumn foliage make it a fantastic choice for adding visual interest throughout the seasons.
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Gardening tip
When planting Enkianthus perulatus, make sure to choose a sunny spot in your garden. This plant prefers well-drained soil and can grow well in a compact space, so consider its size when planning your garden layout.
Sources: en.wikipedia.org
Ecology
How it lives
- Propagated by
- Seed
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- Name
- Enkianthus perulatus
- Slug
- enkianthus-perulatus
- Kingdom
- Plantae
- Family
- Ericaceae
- Genus
- Enkianthus
- Species
- perulatus
- Wikidata QID
- Q5379034
- Propagule type
- seed
- Container suitable
- No
- Indoor suitable
- No
- OSSI pledged
- No
- Hazard level
- 1
- Data completeness
- 43
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