Growing Information

Growing zone guide
Growing Zone Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8
Sunlight Partial shade to full shade
Type of Soil Acidic
Mature Height 6–10 ft (1.8–3 m)
Maintenance Level Low maintenance
Water Requirement Moderate watering (once a week)

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Additional Information
Growth Rate

Moderate; reaches 6–10 ft in several years.


Colorful Leaves Yes
Flowering Yes
Bloom Color White
Ornamental Berries N/A
Disease resistant Yes
Cold Tolerant Yes
Heat Tolerant Yes
Drought Tolerant No
Deer Resistant Yes
Edible No
Wildlife Attraction

Flowers attract early bees; not favored by deer.


Self-pollinating Cross-pollinating
Seasonality

Evergreen foliage year-round; vivid red spring growth and spring flowers.


Ideal For

Foundation plantings, woodland gardens, shade borders

Leaf Description

New growth emerges fiery red, matures to glossy green; striking year-round contrast.


Flower Description

Cascading white bell-shaped flowers in early spring; similar to lily-of-the-valley.


Pruning & Maintenance

Prune lightly after flowering to shape and remove dead wood. No hard pruning needed.


Water Needs

Needs consistent moisture; mulch to retain soil moisture and acidity.


Light Needs

Best in partial shade; tolerates full sun with adequate moisture.


Harvesting

No fruit of ornamental value; foliage is the highlight.

Fertilizing

Use ericaceous (acid-loving) fertilizer in spring. Avoid lime-based products.


Additional Care Tips N/A
Pollination

Pollinated by bees and other early-season insects.


Companion Plants

Azaleas, rhododendrons, camellias, hostas, and heucheras complement its needs and foliage contrast.


Flowering and Seasonality

Evergreen foliage year-round; vivid red spring growth and spring flowers.


Cascading white bell-shaped flowers in early spring; similar to lily-of-the-valley.


Pet Friendly

No

Growing Zone
  • Zone 5
  • Zone 6
  • Zone 7
  • Zone 8

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