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Dirca palustris

Also Known As

Leatherwood

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 4'-8'
W: 4'-8'

planting zones

4a-8b

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Dirca palustris plant details

Dirca palustris is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with bright shade - shade and even moisture water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Dirca palustris

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: thelypteridaceae, thymelaeaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 4 FT - 8 FT - wide, 4 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Dirca palustris

USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture

Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Leatherwood is a fantastic native shrub that is rarely encountered in gardens. Yellow flowers adorn the pliable stems in early spring. Bright green foliage turns yellow in fall. It prefers rich slightly moist soil and is slow growing with a neat habit.