Redvein Enkianthus
Enkianthus campanulatus
Also known as
Furin-tsutsuji
Enkianthus campanulatus by Searobin (CC-BY-SA-3.0)
Full Sun
Moderate care
Light watering
Frost Hardy
H5
RHS hardiness
-15°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
Height | Spread | |
|---|---|---|
4m | Max | 4m |
2.5m | Min | 2.5m |
50 years to reach maturity
Flowering
spring
summer
autumn
winter
This plant has no fragrance
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Redvein Enkianthus Overview
Enkianthus campanulatus is an architectural larger shrub that develops an upright habit. Providing interest throughout the year, In Spring it produces clusters of cream and red, small delicate hanging bell shaped flowers. In Autumn it's small green leaves turn bright red, orange and yellow before falling to reveal it's open structure.
Common problems with Redvein Enkianthus
Generally pest and disease free.
How to harvest Redvein Enkianthus
Generally not harvested.
How to propagate Redvein Enkianthus
Cuttings
Take semi hardwood cuttings in late summer.
Seed
Special features of Redvein Enkianthus
Attractive flowers
Autumn colour
Other uses of Redvein Enkianthus
This low maintenance plant can be grown in large containers and suits being included in formal patio designs as well as in informal cottage borders.