furin-tsutsuji

Furin-tsutsuji should be watered once a week and given enough water so that the soil is damp throughout the root zone. It is best to do this in the morning, as early as possible. During summer months, water may be needed more often during spells of hot weather. Sun-exposed plants may need additional watering. If the soil is extremely dry, water generously and then wait 24 hours before giving another thorough watering. Too much water can be just as detrimental as too little.

Enkianthus campanulatus (furin-tsutsuji) is a deciduous shrub species native to Japan with a rounded canopy. This species requires full-sunlight for most of the day or at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day for optimal growth and flowering. This type of shrub fares best in well-draining soil which provides less than sufficient rootzone moisture. Furin-tsutsuji can also tolerate partial shade; however, it may not produce as many flowers as it would in full-sunlight. For optimal growth, this species should receive sunlight either in the morning or afternoon for best results.

Furin-tsutsuji (Enkianthus campanulatus) should be pruned during the late winter to early spring each year. This species should not be severely pruned or cut back drastically, as it grows best when allowed to remain in a natural shape and size. Instead, use thinning and cleaning cuts to remove any diseased, damaged, or congested growth from the bush. Remove any dead or diseased branches, and remove any branches that are growing in an undesirable direction or are crossing over other branches. Pruning should focus on maintaining the plant's shape and overall form. Lastly, prune any overly long branches to tidy up the shrub.