Distylium myricoides ~ Distylium, Blue Leaf Isu Size:7 GALLON IMAGE: Andy Mabbett

IMAGE: Andy Mabbett

Too much shade will lose its upright form

Year-Round

(2) SB Johnny

meaning it has separate male and female trees

Distylium myricoides ~ Distylium, Blue Leaf Isu Size:7 GALLON IMAGE: Andy MabbettDistylium is a flat topped evergreen shrub with gracefully arching branches. Its willow like leaves have a bluish hue and small fringed red flowers bloom in thick clusters in early spring attracting butterflies and pollinators. Grows best in full sun and slightly acidic, moist well drained soil. Tolerates drought and wet soils. Type: Shrub Height: 2' 4 Spread: 2 5 Spacing: 3. 5 USDA Hardiness Zone: 7 9 Culture: Full Sun, Part Sun Bloom Color: Red