Soil Type Adaptable, Well Drained
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Drought Tolerance Good
Mature Height 3-4 Feet
Mature Width 3-4 Feet
Growth Rate moderate
How tall does Distylium grow?
3 to 4 feet tall
What is the lowest growing Distylium?
Distylium 'Vintage Jade' (PP23, 128, First Editions®) is the smallest variety, with a compact, mounding growth habit. The foliage is a glossy green. The red flowers are produced along the stem during February and March. It also has small red flowers in February and March.1 Feb 2021
How far apart do you plant Distylium?
For a seamless hedge or border planting, space your Distylium 2.5-3 feet apart from plant center to plant center. For space between plantings, plant them 5+ feet apart.
How do you grow Distylium?
Distylium grow best in an acid to slightly acid soil ranging from 5.0 to 6.5 on the pH scale. Most average garden soils fall between a pH range of 6.0 to 7.0. If you're unsure about the pH of your soil, or whether or not it's suitable for growing Distylium, it's a good idea to test the soil pH in the planting area.20 Aug 2016
Can you propagate Distylium?
Distyliums are considered to be deer resistant. They are easily transplanted from containerized plants. Pruning is generally not needed, however tip pruning after flowering and during early summer will encourage denser habit. Propagation is easy from cuttings.23 Sept 2012
Is Distylium deciduous?
The beauty of distylium is the shrub's nicely elongated, evergreen leaves, which lie in a herringbone pattern.29 Mar 2014
Is Distylium cold hardy?
Trials at Clemson and at the University of Georgia have shown Distylium to be cold hardy, rabbit and deer resistant (although deer may occasionally take a munch), disease and insect resistant, heat and drought tolerant, and tolerant of poor and soggy soils.9 Apr 2020
How do you take care of Distylium?
Distylium will take all the sun you can give it but also grows well in moderate shade. We recommend at least 5 hours of direct sunlight a day. Distylium isn't too picky about soil type and will tolerate a dry or wet soil, however prefers a moist, well-drained soil.26 Aug 2015
Where does Distylium grow?
They are cold-hardy to plant hardiness Zone 6b. They also are heat and drought tolerant, can grow in either full sun or shade and display no major insect or disease problems. Distylium myricoides provides the amazing growth qualities and leaf features that provide its notable aesthetics.7 Jun 2019
Is Distylium evergreen?
Distylium hybrids are an exciting new arrival in the nursery trade. They are a Southern gardener's dream plant because they are evergreen, compact, disease and insect resistant, and are heat and drought tolerant. One clear advantage is that the plants require very little pruning.1 Feb 2021