Disanthus cercidifolius
Disanthus cercidifolius is one of the only shrubs that can be grown in the shade and still produce incredible fall colour.
If you have shade, you need this shrub. Disanthus cercidifolius, the redbud hazel, is one of the best shrubs for fall colour even in shaded conditions. Tones of red, orange, gold, and purple can be present all at the same time. This species has small, unusual flowers that resemble little burgundy starfish. They appear as the leaves begin to fall in autumn Their aroma is not sweet but medicinal. Spring and summer leaves are generally blue green and heart shaped. A large shrub with an open, horizontal or vase-like habit perfect as a specimen or espaliered against a wall or fence.
Common Name: Redbud Hazel
Family: Hamamelidaceae (The Witch Hazel Family)
Zone Hardiness: 5-8
Light: Full Shade, Part Shade, Part Sun,
Height: 6-10'
Width: 5-8'
Primary Bloom Colour: Burgundy
Secondary Bloom Colour: Purple
Bloom Time: Fall
Foliage Colour: Good Fall Colour, Bluish
Class: Deciduous
Type: Shrub
Soil Moisture: Average
Stem Colour:
Fragrance: Yes
Berries:
Benefits:
Deer Resistant: Unknown
BC Native: No
Native Habitat: A woodland understory shub in China and Japan in mixed evergreen and deciduous forests from 450-1200 metres.
Award: AGM, GPP
Geographical Origin: Asia - China and Japan
