Disporum cantoniense

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 3'-5'
W: 2'-3'

planting zones

8a-10b

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Disporum cantoniense plant details

Disporum cantoniense is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer red flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and even moisture water. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Disporum cantoniense

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: colchicaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 3 FT - 5 FT - tall
Flowers: red blooms in spring and summer
Uses: unique, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Disporum cantoniense

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture

Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A bold, evergreen perennial for the shade garden with bamboo-like shoots arising in early spring. They quickly unfurl into a multi-branched clump, topped in late spring with creamy white or greenish, bell-like flowers. A beautiful plant for the woodland garden, its evergreen nature combined with persistent dark blue berries keeps some interest in the winter shade garden.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

Exquisite woodlander from northern India that can reach 5' in height with well branched stems with dangling red flowers. This is far showier than the typical green flowered forms more commonly found. Not that they are all that common. Good rich humusy soil that retains moisture.