Enkianthus campanulatus var. palibinii

Plants for pollinators
Shrubs

A deciduous shrub, up to around 3m high, with an upright to spreading habit and finely toothed, mid-green leaves that turn red, orange and yellow in autumn. Clusters of small, pendent, bell-shaped red flowers are produced from late spring to mid-summer

Position

Full sun, Partial shade

Soil Types

Clay, Loam, Sand

Max Height

2.5-4 metres

Max Spread

1.5-2.5 metres

Size

Time to Maturity
10–20 years
Max Spread
1.5-2.5 metres
Max Height
2.5-4 metres

Growing Conditions

Clay Loam Sand
Moisture
Moist but well–drained
pH
Acid or Neutral

Position

Full sun Partial shade
Aspect
East–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered
Hardiness
H5

Colour & Scent

Season Stem Flower Foliage Fruit
Spring
Summer
Autumn
Winter

Botanical Details

Family
Ericaceae
Native to GB/Ireland
No
Foliage
Deciduous
Habit
Bushy
Genus
Enkianthus are deciduous shrubs with simple, alternate leaves often colouring brilliantly in autumn, and umbels of racemes of small urn- or bell-shaped flowers in spring or summer
Name Status
Correct
Plant Range
Japan (Honshu)

How to Grow

Cultivation

Grow in moist but well-drained, acid to neutral soil. Will grow in part shade but autumn colours are stronger when grown in full sun

Propagation

Propagate by semi-ripe cuttings in summer, or by layering in autumn

Suggested planting locations and garden types

  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Low Maintenance
  • Flower borders and beds

Pruning

Pruning group 1

Pests

Generally pest-free

Diseases

May be susceptible to honey fungus in gardens where it is present but insufficient data to determine degree of susceptibility