Sun Needs:
- Partial shade to full shade
- Prefers dappled sunlight or morning sun with afternoon shade
- Too much direct sun can scorch leaves, especially in hot climates
- Ideal for woodland or shaded garden areas
Bloom Time:
- Late winter to early spring.
- Produces drooping clusters of small, white or pink, bell-shaped flowers.
- Flowers resemble those of lily-of-the-valley.
Size:
Height: 4 to 10 feet, depending on variety and growing conditions
Width: 3 to 8 feet
Attributes:
- Evergreen foliage with colorful new growth
- Fragrant, bell-shaped flowers in early spring
- Deer-resistant and attractive to pollinators
- Slow-growing and long-lived
- Excellent for foundation plantings, shaded borders, and woodland gardens
- Toxic if ingested (especially to pets and livestock)
Care Tips:
- Plant in acidic, well-draining soil rich in organic matter
- Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy
- Mulch to retain moisture and protect roots
- Fertilize in early spring with an acid-loving plant fertilizer
- Prune lightly after flowering to shape and remove dead wood
- Protect from harsh winter winds in colder climates
Pest watch:
- Monitor for lace bugs, root weevils, and leaf spot
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