Dichroa versicolor 'Fan-Si-Pan Mauve'

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 6'-8'
W: 4'-6'

planting zones

8a-11

Dichroa versicolor 'Fan-Si-Pan Mauve' plant details

Dichroa versicolor 'Fan-Si-Pan Mauve' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring blue and pink flowers emerge followed by blue fruit. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in rich soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Dichroa versicolor 'Fan-Si-Pan Mauve'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: hydrangeaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 6 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: blue and pink blooms in spring
Uses: winter interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Dichroa versicolor 'Fan-Si-Pan Mauve'

USDA Zones: 8a - 11
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular

Soil needs: rich

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This larger cousin of D. febrifuga is another of the evergreen members of the hydrangea family. From China and only recently available in the US, these shrubs reach 6-8 ft tall x 4 ft wide, the foliage a medium green becoming maroon in winter. Flowers are lace-caps, pinkish blue in this selection, and produce winter berries in metallic turquoise for extra winter interest. Half sun is best with regular summer water. Frost hardy in USDA zone 8.