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Disporum flavens (Yellow Fairy Bells)

Yellow Fairy Bells, One-Flowered Disporum, Disporum uniflorum, Disporum sessile flavens


Disporum flavens (Yellow Fairy Bells) is a clump-forming, upright, rhizomatous perennial with arching stems clothed with dark green, lance-shaped leaves, 6 in. long (15 cm). In spring, small clusters of 1-3 bell-shaped, bright yellow flowers unroll with the leaves and dangle at the stem ends for a showy display. They are followed by blue-black berries that ripen in the fall. A handsome woodland species that adds a perfect touch of class to the shade garden.

  • Grows up to 24-30 in. tall (60-75 cm) and 9-12 in. wide (22-30 cm).
  • Performs best in part shade in humus-rich, consistently moist, acidic or neutral, well-drained soils. Tolerates full shade.
  • Virtually disease free. Keep an eye out for slugs and snails.
  • Propagate by seed or by division.
  • Native to Korea.

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Requirements

Hardiness 5 – 8
Plant Type Perennials
Plant Family Disporum - Fairy Bells
Exposure Partial Sun, Shade
Season of Interest Spring (Mid)
Height 2' – 3' (60cm – 90cm)
Spread 9" – 1' (22cm – 30cm)
Spacing 9" – 12" (22cm – 30cm)
Water Needs Average
Maintenance Low
Soil Type Clay, Loam
Soil pH Acid, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained
Characteristics Showy, Fruit & Berries
Garden Uses Banks and Slopes, Underplanting Roses and Shrubs
Garden Styles Informal and Cottage

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Requirements

Hardiness 5 – 8
Plant Type Perennials
Plant Family Disporum - Fairy Bells
Exposure Partial Sun, Shade
Season of Interest Spring (Mid)
Height 2' – 3' (60cm – 90cm)
Spread 9" – 1' (22cm – 30cm)
Spacing 9" – 12" (22cm – 30cm)
Water Needs Average
Maintenance Low
Soil Type Clay, Loam
Soil pH Acid, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained
Characteristics Showy, Fruit & Berries
Garden Uses Banks and Slopes, Underplanting Roses and Shrubs
Garden Styles Informal and Cottage

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