Japanese Fairy Bells
Disporum smilacinum (Japanese Fairy Bells) is a charming rhizomatous perennial with olive green, lance-shaped leaves and delicate, bell-shaped, white flowers that dangle at the stem ends in mid to late spring. 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.
| Hardiness |
5 - 9 |
|---|---|
| Plant Type | Perennials |
| Plant Family | Colchicaceae |
| Genus | Disporum |
| Exposure | Partial Sun, Shade |
| Season of Interest | Spring (Mid, Late) |
| Height | 4" - 8" (10cm - 20cm) |
| Spread | 8" - 1' (20cm - 30cm) |
| Spacing | 8" - 12" (20cm - 30cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy, Fruit & Berries |
| Tolerance | Full Shade, Clay Soil |
| Garden Uses | Underplanting Roses And Shrubs |
| Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage |
| Hardiness |
5 - 9 |
|---|---|
| Plant Type | Perennials |
| Plant Family | Colchicaceae |
| Genus | Disporum |
| Exposure | Partial Sun, Shade |
| Season of Interest | Spring (Mid, Late) |
| Height | 4" - 8" (10cm - 20cm) |
| Spread | 8" - 1' (20cm - 30cm) |
| Spacing | 8" - 12" (20cm - 30cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy, Fruit & Berries |
| Tolerance | Full Shade, Clay Soil |
| Garden Uses | Underplanting Roses And Shrubs |
| Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage |
How many Disporum smilacinum (Japanese Fairy Bells) do I need for my garden?
| Plant | Quantity | |
|---|---|---|
| Disporum smilacinum (Japanese Fairy Bells) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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