Re: Disanthus cercidifolius?
I have grown Disanthus cercidifolius for 6 years. I originally had it in a
mostly suny spot that dried out in summer. I later moved it to a mostly shady
moist woodland position. Both locations were acidic but not extremely so. The
latter situation (shady, moist) is what I most often see recommended for this
plant and mine has done much better there. Fall color in both locations was
very good..
"Christopher P. Lindsey" wrote:
> Is anyone out there growing Disanthus cercidifolius? It sounds like
> quite an interesting plant, but I'm curious about its pickiness with
> regard to cultural situations.
>
> Supposedly, this species prefers moist, acidic soil high in organic
> content under dappled shade. The hardest to provide out here is acidity --
> my soil tends to be neutral (although under the pine trees out back
> the pH is lower). So the question is: "Will this survive in a neutral
> pH, and if not, will it survive in the moderate to dense shade provided
> by the pines? Will siting affect its fall color significantly?"
>
> Thanks for any advice,
>
> Chris
>
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