Species furin-tsutsuji
pink-white flowers with yellow stems, lime leaves and brown branches

furin-tsutsuji

Enkianthus campanulatus 'Showy Lantern'

Furin-tsutsuji (Enkianthus campanulatus 'Showy Lantern') is a magnificent flowering shrub from Japan with showy white and pink lantern-like clusters of flowers. It blooms through spring and early summer and has striking emerald green foliage. Its delicate beauty makes it a great addition to any garden, as it can be clipped into different shapes to add an artistic touch. It can be grown as a container plant, in rock gardens and in mass plantings for a stunning display of color. Furin-tsutsuji is hardy and easy to care for with minimal maintenance required, making it a low-hassle plant perfect for any gardener.

Cycle:

Perennial

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Seed Propagation,Layering Propagation,Stem Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

4 - 7

Flowers:

Creamy yellow to orange Flowers In Spring

Sun:

Full sun, Part sun/part shade

Soil:

Acidic, Humus rich, Well-drained

Fruits:

Fruits Ready In Fall

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green,red,yellow,orange

Growth Rate:

Moderate

Maintenance:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Furin-tsutsuji (Enkianthus campanulatus 'Showy Lantern') should be watered 2-3 times per week, applying enough water to thoroughly saturate the soil at each watering. Outdoors, allow the top centimeter of soil to dry out between waterings. If the soil dries out before the regularly scheduled watering, water the plant sooner, and adjust watering frequency as needed. Indoors, check the soil moisture level before watering and water when it's just about dry. To prevent over-watering, always use drainage holes and never allow the plant to sit in standing water.

sunlight

Furin-tsutsuji (Enkianthus campanulatus 'Showy Lantern') prefers full sun, but can grow in partial shade, and does best when grown in sun-dappled light. Ideally, the plant should receive about 5 hours of direct sun each day, preferably in the morning or late afternoon. If grown in completely sunny spots, water more frequently and provide additional protection against harsh midday sun.

pruning

Furin-tsutsuji (Enkianthus campanulatus 'Showy Lantern') should be pruned in spring before the new growth begins so as to encourage new growth and improve the overall shape of the plant. Pruning should be done judiciously, but all dead, broken or diseased branches should be removed. As well prioritizing the removal of any branches that cross or grow inward, as this can negatively affect the overall shape and health of the plant. In general, the goal should be to remove around 15-20% of the old, woody growth each year. It's important not to prune too severely, as this can shock the plant and cause it to enter a state of decline.

Season

Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering

Enkianthus campanulatus 'Showy Lantern' typically starts flowering in late April or early May.

Harvest Fruit

The harvesting season for Enkianthus campanulatus 'Showy Lantern' or furin-tsutsuji typically begins in late May and continues through June.

Harvest Fruit

The harvesting season for Enkianthus campanulatus 'Showy Lantern' or furin-tsutsuji typically begins in late May and continues through June.

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