fairy bells

Fairy bells (Disporum cantoniense 'Night Heron') prefer a moist, well-draining soil. Water regularly during the growing season, making sure not to let the soil dry out completely in between waterings. Reduce frequency of watering during the winter, when the plant is not actively growing. A good rule of thumb is to water the plant once every week to 10 days in the spring and summer months, and once every 3 to 4 weeks in the winter. Make sure to check the soil in the top 2-3 inches before watering as this will give the best indication as to when the plant needs to be watered.

Fairy bells are best grown in part to full sun. Plants in full light exposure will flower more heavily and the foliage may be more vibrant. When planted in part sun, plants may take on more of a mounding habit with slightly less flowering. The best exposure for this species is 4 to 6 hours of direct sun each day.

Fairy bells (Disporum cantoniense 'Night Heron') need to be lightly pruned in the spring once new growth is shown. Prune back 1/3 of the longest shoots to help control the size, and encourage new growth. Pruning can also be done in the late winter or early winter before any new growth has begun. Light pruning should be done during the summer to remove damaged or diseased stems, and any unwanted growth.