Schisandra sphenanthera
Also Known As
- MAGNOLIA VINE
Plant type
vine
size
- H: 10'-20'
- W: 3'-20'
planting zones
- 6a-10a
Schisandra sphenanthera plant details
Schisandra sphenanthera is a broadleaf deciduous vine with green foliage. In spring bronze and orange flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts bees and birds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - dappled 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 Schisandra sphenanthera
- Plant type: vine
- Plant family: schisandraceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 3 FT - 20 FT - wide, 10 FT - 20 FT - tall
- Flowers: bronze and orange blooms in spring
GROWING CONDITIONS for Schisandra sphenanthera
- USDA Zones: 6a - 10a
- Sun exposure: mostly sun - dappled shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
- Resistant to: heat and humidity
- Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Bronze-orange flowers followed by pendulous clusters of bright-scarlet fruit decorate this 10-20' vine. S-PSh/M
By: Forestfarm
Gardening facts about Schisandra sphenanthera plant
How to Grow Schisandra sphenanthera
Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - dappled shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- bronze
- orange
Wildlife
- birds
- bees
Fruit
- red
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Landscape groups by tags
See other plant types of Schisandra for your garden
aka Magnolia Vine
Plant Type
Shrub, Vine
Zones
4a-10b
Size
Height: 15'-35'
Width: 20'
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
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