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Enkianthus campanulatus 'Red Velvet'

Also Known As

  • Redvein Enkianthus

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 10'-15'
  • W: 10'-15'

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Enkianthus campanulatus 'Red Velvet' plant details

Enkianthus campanulatus 'Red Velvet' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring and summer cream and red flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Enkianthus campanulatus 'Red Velvet'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 10 FT - 15 FT - wide, 10 FT - 15 FT - tall
Flowers: cream and red blooms in spring and summer
Uses: fall color

GROWING CONDITIONS for Enkianthus campanulatus 'Red Velvet'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Has darker reddish bell-like flowers in May. This plant is pretty from April to May and again in October for its great red fall color.

Gardening facts about Enkianthus campanulatus 'Red Velvet' plant

How to Grow Enkianthus campanulatus 'Red Velvet'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • cream
    • red
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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