Distylium myricoides - 1.5 Ltr pot

Description
The Distylium (Distylium myricoides) is an upright, shrub-like garden plant that produces red flowers. They appear from March to April. These produce black fruits. The Distylium also has blue-green leaves. In a sunny to semi-shady location with well-drained soil, it usually reaches a height of around 4 metres.

Leaves
The evergreen leaves of the Distyliums are blue-green in colour.

Spread
China to Taiwan.

Frost hardiness
The Distylium has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Distylium is upright and shrub-like in structure.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the ground is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Flower
The red flowers appear from March to April.

Use
Solitary, group planting, ornamental shrub