Distylium BLUE CASCADE®
Distylium 'PIIDIST-II' PP #24,409
Distylium BLUE CASCADE® is a compact evergreen shrub with a unique cascading habit. Emerging purplish-bronze, the evergreen foliage matures to a beautiful blue-green. In late winter to early spring, a profusion of small, reddish maroon flowers appear above the foliage, adding further interest. Noted for its disease resistance, heat and drought tolerance, Distylium BLUE CASCADE® is suitable for borders, mass plantings or as a low hedge.
- Grows up to 3-4 ft. tall and wide (90-120 cm).
- A full sun to part shade lover, this plant is best grown in average, medium moisture, well-drained soils. Heat and drought resistant.
- Good candidate for mixed shrub borders, city gardens, cottage gardens, hedges, foundation plantings or containers.
- No serious pest or disease issues.
- Prune after flowering.
Requirements
Hardiness | 6
– 9 |
---|---|
Plant Type | Shrubs |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Early,Mid,Late) Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall Winter |
Height | 3' – 4' (90cm – 120cm) |
Spread | 3' – 4' (90cm – 120cm) |
Spacing | 36" – 48" (90cm – 120cm) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen |
Tolerance | Drought |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Hedges and Screens, Patio and Containers |
Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage, Prairie and Meadow |
Photo Courtesy of Plantipp BV®
While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Requirements
Hardiness | 6
– 9 |
---|---|
Plant Type | Shrubs |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Early,Mid,Late) Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall Winter |
Height | 3' – 4' (90cm – 120cm) |
Spread | 3' – 4' (90cm – 120cm) |
Spacing | 36" – 48" (90cm – 120cm) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen |
Tolerance | Drought |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Hedges and Screens, Patio and Containers |
Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage, Prairie and Meadow |