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How to Grow and Care for Disanthus

Disanthus requires moist, well-drained acidic soil and prefers partial to full shade, making it challenging to grow in varied climates. Additionally, consistent watering is essential but be cautious of waterlogging, which can harm the roots. Regular pruning helps maintain its shape and promotes healthy growth.

Watering schedule: Every 3 weeks

Sunlight Requirements: Partial sun

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Planting and Growing Disanthus

Care Difficulty	Hard
Lifespan	Perennial
Watering Schedule	Every 3 weeks
Sunlight Requirements	Partial sun
Soil Type	Garden Soil
Soil pH	6-7
Hardiness Zones	5-8

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Types of Disanthus

Long-stiped disanthus

Long-stiped disanthus(Disanthus cercidifolius) is a shrubby flowering plant that was named after its similarity with the redbud tree (the specific epithet cercidifolius means "with leaves like the redbud tree"). The plant is sometimes cultivated as an ornamental, mostly for its heart-shaped leaves and beautiful autumn color when the foliage turns red.

Disanthus cercidifolius subsp. longipes

Disanthus cercidifolius subsp. longipes is noted for its heart-shaped leaves that turn purple-red in autumn. But it is deciduous, so those pretty leaves eventually fall off. In China, this rare plant is listed as endangered by the IUCN.

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