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Disporum bodinieri 'Shina no tsuki'

Also Known As

  • Disporopsis longistylum 'Shina no Tsuki'
  • China Moon Solomon's Seal
  • Shina no Tsuki Evergreen Solomon's Seal

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 8"-12"
  • W: 8"-12"

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

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Disporum bodinieri 'Shina no tsuki' plant details

Disporum bodinieri 'Shina no tsuki' is a broadleaf deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial with chartreuse, green and variegated foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in acidic, average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Disporum bodinieri 'Shina no tsuki'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: colchicaceae, liliaceae
Foliage: deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen chartreuse, green and variegated
Mature size: 8 IN - 12 IN - wide, 8 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Disporum bodinieri 'Shina no tsuki'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This selection from the evergreen solomon’s seal makes a tight semi-evergreen clump of arching stems with glossy, dark green leaves, each highlighted by a bright golden center. Tolerant of deep shade.
An astounding semi-evergreen selection with glossy leaves that are mainly yellow (chartreuse to lemon, depending on conditions and time of the year) with a green edge.

Gardening facts about Disporum bodinieri 'Shina no tsuki' plant

How to Grow Disporum bodinieri 'Shina no tsuki'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • chartreuse
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
    • deciduous
    • semi-evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy

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