Enkianthus Showy Lantern

It is related to rhododendrons so thrives in our rainy climate and acidic soils. Since not all plants are available at the nursery at any given time please contact us for current availability before coming to the nursery.

Annie S Gardening Corner October 2009

Enkianthus showy lantern

May be less winter hardy than the species. Due to covid 19 we are open for pre orders and curbside pickup only. Browse pictures and read growth cultivation information about enkianthus redvein enkianthus enkianthus campanulatus showy lantern supplied by member gardeners in the plantfiles database at d.

This underused plant grows best in a slightly acidic peaty soil in full sun or light shade. Showy lantern has a slightly narrower form with large pink to cherry red flowers and dark green leaves which turn quality scarlet red in fall. Showy lantern was chosen by the late ed mezitt of weston nursery in massachusetts.

Its elliptic blue green leaves are crowded in clusters at the branch tips and turn magnificent shades of orange and red in fall. It is densely branched from the ground up. Enkianthus campanulatus redvein enkianthus is a handsome upright bushy shrub with spectacular fall color and attractive clusters of nodding bell shaped red veined creamy yellow to whitish pink flowers in late spring to mid summer.

Check plants lists for items we are growing this year. Enchanting large creamy pink blooms pendulous distinctively streaked in deep red and coveted by bees as well as flower arrangers earn this superior cultivar its namesake. If you have a location with acidic soil consider planting enkianthus campanulatus the red vein enkianthus in the springtime this shrub is covered with a profusion of white flowers that feature pink veins.

During the fall the leaves change to hues of red. Enkianthus growing and maintenance tips. Check out our plant lists pdf s and email or call to place your order.

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