White enkianthus (Enkianthus perulatus) en-kee-AN-thus pair-oo-LAY-tus Genus:  Enkianthus This is perhaps the most refined Enkianthus, bearing dainty, white pendulous bells in May. It forms an elegant, rounded shrub to 6 feet with gracefully tiered branches and produces brilliant scarlet color in autumn. Noteworthy Characteristics:  Site as centerpieces in a small garden or rock garden. They naturally occur in open woodlands of Japan.  Care:  Grow in humus-rich, moist but well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Propagation:  Sow seed in late winter or early spring; take semi-ripe cuttings in summer or layer in autumn. Problems:  Infrequent.

Overview

Height 3 ft. to 6 ft. Spread 3 ft. to 6 ft. Growth Pace Slow Grower Light Full Sun to Part Shade Moisture Medium Moisture Maintenance Low Characteristics Showy Flowers Bloom Time Spring Flower Color White Uses Beds and Borders, Flowering Tree, Specimen Plant/Focal Point Style Rock Garden, Woodland Garden Seasonal Interest Spring Interest Type Shrubs