Enkianthus campanulatus – Enkianthus campanulatus

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Enkianthus campanulatus – Enkianthus campanulatus

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Enkianthus campanulatus is a large shrub that can grow into a small tree 3-5 m tall after many years. The young twigs are green, but on the sunny side they are distinctly red-tinged. The plant grows with two types of twigs; long twigs on which the leaves are scattered and short side shoots where the leaves are arranged in whorls at the end of the shoots. The leaves sprout fresh green and turn dark green in summer. In autumn, the leaves of E. campanulatus turn brilliant orange to deep orange-red before shedding. In spring, drooping clusters of bell-shaped flowers appear under the unfurling leaves. The flowers are pink and pale pink striped. The plant's pagoda-like growth habit makes the flowers stand out well. The brown, dry box fruits contain many dusty seeds and, in contrast, are not very conspicuous.
Enkianthus campanulatus is a stately shrub that requires a well-drained acidic to neutral soil. Although within the Ericaceae family it is one of the plants that tolerates lime best. Nevertheless, the foliage can become chlorotic on calcareous soils. Versatile plant for use in parks, gardens and cemeteries.

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Specifications
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Height
3-5 m
Width
2-3m
Crown
ovoid / egg-shaped, half-open crown, capricious growing
Bark and branches
brown, grey
Leaf
green
Autumn colour
red
Flowers
pink, flowers in April-May
Fruits
brown
Spines/thorns
None
Toxicity
usually not toxic to people, (large) pets and livestock
Soil type
sandy soil, peaty soil, acid soil
Paving
tolerates no paving
Winter hardiness zone
6a (-23,3 to -20,6 °C)
Wind resistance
moderate
Other resistances
resistant to frost (WH 1 - 6)
Application
tree containers, small gardens, patio gardens
Shape
multi-stem treem
Multi-stem tree acid soil peaty soil sandy soil tolerates no paving resistant to frost (WH 1 - 6) suitable for shadow ovoid/egg-shaped 3rd size, smaller than 6 metres half-open crown green pink April May average growing Conspicuous bloom Attractive autumn colour non-toxic (usually) Capricious growing
Frequently asked questions
Enkianthus campanulatus

Enkianthus campanulatus can eventually reach a height of 3-5 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.

Enkianthus campanulatus is average growing and can eventually reach a height of 3-5 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.

The leaves of Enkianthus campanulatus turn red in autumn.

The right time to plant Enkianthus campanulatus is during the dormancy period. In Western Europe, Enkianthus campanulatus with root balls can generally be planted from mid-November to late April, although this depends strongly on the climatic conditions and the species of tree.

Enkianthus campanulatus blooms in april, may.
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