Stephanandra incisa - 40-60 CM C2

Description
The Stephanandra (Stephanandra incisa) is a bushy, dense shrub that produces creamy white flowers arranged in panicles with a light fragrance. They appear from June to July. The Stephanandra also has lanceolate, light green leaves. In a sunny to semi-shady location with well-drained, lime-free, nutrient-rich soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 2 metres and grows to a width of approx. 2 metres.

Bulletpoints
* fragrant flowers * attractive brown-orange autumn colouring * tolerates pruning

leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Stephanandra are light green, lanceolate, alternate, lobed. They are about 4 - 6 cm in size. Stephanandra turns bright brown-orange in autumn.

Spread
Japan to Korea.

Frost hardiness
The Stephanandra has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Stephanandra is a bushy and densely growing shrub. It usually reaches a height of 1.5 - 2 m and is approx. 1.5 - 2 m wide. It usually grows 10 - 20 cm per year.

Water
This plant has a low water requirement.

Pruning
This plant is tolerant of pruning.

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 soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
If watered less frequently but thoroughly and thoroughly, the plant roots are encouraged to penetrate into deeper soil layers. This enables the plant to survive dry periods better.

Flower
The creamy white flowers of Stephanandra appear in panicles from June to July. They are slightly fragrant.

Use
Ground cover

Root
Stephanandra incisa is a shallow-rooting plant.