
Redvein Enkianthus
Enkianthus Campanulatus
A graceful, deciduous shrub celebrated for its bell-shaped flowers and brilliant fall foliage.
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About this plant
The Redvein Enkianthus (Enkianthus campanulatus) is a sophisticated addition to any garden, offering year-round appeal. In spring, delicate, bell-shaped flowers, often cream to yellow with striking red veins, dangle gracefully from its branches, attracting admiration and hummingbirds. As summer progresses, its elegant, finely textured leaves provide a lush green backdrop. But it's in autumn that the Redvein Enkianthus truly shines, transforming into a spectacular display of fiery reds, oranges, and purples, rivalling the most breathtaking fall maples. Its upright, open habit makes it an excellent specimen plant or a refined accent in shrub borders. This cultivar is highly cold-tolerant and adaptable, thriving in a variety of garden settings. Plant it where its seasonal transformations can be fully appreciated, adding a touch of refined beauty to your landscape.
Care & maintenance
Prefers moist, well-drained, acidic soil. Mulch lightly to maintain soil moisture and cool roots. Prune after flowering to maintain shape or remove dead/damaged branches. Generally pest and disease resistant.
Quick facts
- Type
- shrub
- Mature height
- 6-15 feet
- Mature width
- 4-10 feet
- Sun
- Full sun to partial shade
- Water
- Consistent moisture, especially during dry periods. Do not allow to dry out completely.
- Growth rate
- Medium