Helwingia chinensis [narrow leaved form]

Also Known As

Helwingia chinensis 'Narrow Leaf'

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 6'-12'
W: 6'-8'

planting zones

7b-10a

Helwingia chinensis [narrow leaved form] plant details

Helwingia chinensis [narrow leaved form] is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with burgundy and green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by blue fruit. Grows well with bright shade - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Helwingia chinensis [narrow leaved form]

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: helwingiaceae
Foliage: evergreen burgundy and green
Mature size: 6 FT - 8 FT - wide, 6 FT - 12 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: winter interest, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Helwingia chinensis [narrow leaved form]

USDA Zones: 7b - 10a
Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular

Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

An "impossibility" (like a ship in a bottle) the small purple-green flowers of this 3-5' shrub grow (or appear to!) out of the middle of its purplish- green foliage to be followed by a 1/4" black fruit. Sun-PSh/Med

By: Forestfarm

This shrub, thought originally to be rather petite, has grown to 12 ft or so (which we suppose is petite next to a large elm). Brought to us as a collection from Dan Hinkley, the plant has graceful, narrow leaves on long arching stems, the leaves remaining evergreen but colored various tones of purple and burgundy especially in winter and again in warm season's new growth. The most unusual flowers are like little white champagne bubbles, fused to the tops of the leaves where blue fruit forms. Very pretty for a background spiller in the shade garden with summer water in dry climates. Can be easily cut back and maintained under 4 ft. Frost hardy in upper USDA zone 7.