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How to Grow and Care for Early stachyurus

Early stachyurus, also known as Early spiketail

Early stachyurus is a hardy, deciduous shrub known for its early spring flowers. Key care points include positioning early stachyurus in well-drained soil with partial to full sunlight, and ensuring it receives ample water, especially during dry spells. No special winter protection is generally needed, making early stachyurus relatively easy to care for. Pruning immediately after flowering maintains shape and encourages healthy growth.

Watering schedule: Every 2 weeks

Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

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Planting and Growing Early stachyurus

Toughness	High
Care Level	Low
Care Difficulty	Easy
Lifespan	Perennial
Watering Schedule	Every 2 weeks
Sunlight Requirements	Full sun
Soil Type	Garden Soil
Soil pH	5.5-6.5
Planting Time	Early spring
Hardiness Zones	6-8

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Early stachyurus is a deciduous shrub that reaches 4 to 6 feet (1.2 to 1.8 meters) tall, occasionally growing up to 10 feet (3 meters). It's recognized by its racemes of pendant, catkin-like flower buds that adorn the plant through winter, bursting into bloom late March to April, ahead of the foliage. The flowers are a key distinguishing feature, offering a striking display in late winter. The leaves adopt an open, upright, arching-spreading form and may display rosy red and yellow hues come fall.