Disporum cantoniense 'Moonlight' PP24556

Also Known As

Moonlight Moonlight Chinese Fairy Bells

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 4'-6'
W: 1'-2'

planting zones

6b-10a

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Disporum cantoniense 'Moonlight' PP24556 plant details

Disporum cantoniense 'Moonlight' PP24556 is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with blue, green, pink, purple, variegated and white foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Disporum cantoniense 'Moonlight' PP24556

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: colchicaceae
Foliage: deciduous blue, green, pink, purple, variegated and white
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: unique, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Disporum cantoniense 'Moonlight' PP24556

USDA Zones: 6b - 10a
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

'Moonlight' is an exceptional new cultivar of Disporum cantoniense, compact in form with unique silvery white and green variegation radiating from each leaf blade, becoming suffused with purple-pink coloration as temperatures cool in the fall. Graceful, arching stems emerge in spring, followed by clusters of small flowers in late spring to summer. Adds an illuminating effect to any shade garden.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

Compact clumps of arching stems 2’ tall and wide on this new variegated woodland selection; leaves are silver irregularly edged in green and add some light to shaded areas. Yellow bells dangle in May and June. Plants take on rose hues in fall. Bright shade, humus rich, moist well drained soils; reputedly root hardy to USDA Z6. Prune old stems to ground in late winter to show off stunning new growth!