Enkianthus Campanulatus Showy Lantern
Its bell shaped flowers which are produced in late spring are larger than those of the wild type and are solid pink in.
Enkianthus campanulatus showy lantern. It has green foliage throughout the season. The small pointy leaves turn an outstanding orange in the fall. Enkianthus campanulatus is an understated but elegant deciduous shrub that provides year round interest. Sometimes called the red vein enkianthus however if you were in japan you might prefer to use furin tsutsuji.
Common name redvein enkianthus. Showy lantern with deep pink flowers and dense branching from the ground up. Slightly more narrow than other enkianthus showy lantern s upright densely branched habit generates refined glistening deciduous leaves which are clustered at the tip of each twig beaming brilliant yellow and fiery scarlet hues in autumn. Showy lanterns enkianthus features dainty racemes of lightly scented scarlet bell shaped flowers with tan overtones and dark red veins hanging below the branches from mid to late spring.
It is related to rhododendrons so thrives in our rainy climate and acidic soils. This is an upright species so give it the right space. It is densely branched from the ground up. Check plants lists for items we are growing this year.
Enkianthus campanulatus showy lantern characteristics. 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. Sikokianus with maroon flower buds which open to reveal brick red flowers.
To promote next season s flowering any pruning should be done soon after blooming. One of the finest red flowering selections to date yielding a lavish display of cherry red flowers in late spring. Variegata with leaves edged with white that are held on reddish stems. Enkianthus campanulatus showy lantern.
Specific epithet comes from the latin word campanulatus meaning bell shaped in reference to the shape of the flowers. Enkianthus campanulatus it is not that often that a plant lives up to its name however enkianthus campanulatus showy lantern pictured right certainly does. Since not all plants are available at the nursery at any given time please contact us for current availability before coming to the nursery. Combines well with other ericaceous plants such as rhododend.
Enkianthus campanulatus showy lantern showy lantern redvein enkianthus. 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. The fruit is not ornamentally significant.
Zone zone 5. Fall color can be very impressive usually in stunning red and orange tones.