Disporum smilacinum 'Ki-no-tsukasa'

Also Known As

Disporum smilacinum 'Kino Tsukasa'
Ki-no-tsukasa Fairy Bells

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 8"-12"
W: 12"

planting zones

4a-9b

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Disporum smilacinum 'Ki-no-tsukasa' plant details

Disporum smilacinum 'Ki-no-tsukasa' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with chartreuse, gold and green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Grows well with bright shade - shade and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Disporum smilacinum 'Ki-no-tsukasa'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: colchicaceae
Foliage: deciduous chartreuse, gold and green
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 8 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: showy, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Disporum smilacinum 'Ki-no-tsukasa'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

'Ki-no-tsukasa' is a selection of Disporum smilacinum with dark green leaves tipped and feathered with yellow variegation. The markings are clear and prominent. This is one of the showiest cultivars of the species. Easy in humus-rich woodland soil, light to moderate shade. It’s Japanese name means "yellow umbrella".

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

A very good and stable selection from Japan of this little woodland creeper. Dark green leaves are well-marked with feathered yellow tips and in spring this has pendant white starry flowers. This will increase to create a definite bit of visual velcro in the garden because as your eye roams the plants, it will stop abruptly on this one.