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A Fresh Evergreen Alternative That Blooms Red in Winter
Blue Cascade® Distylium brings year-round interest and a refreshing splash of blue-green to your landscape. This evergreen shrub dazzles with deep red, delicate winter blooms from January through March and continues the show with bronze-tinged new growth in spring.
Its layered, weeping habit makes the Blue Cascade® an eye-catching addition to borders, mass plantings, or as a foundation shrub. Compact and tidy, it fits effortlessly into small gardens and modern landscapes. Use it as a colorful hedge alternative, a container accent, or a specimen shrub that stands out even when other plants are dormant.
Blue Cascade® is drought-tolerant, heat-tolerant, deer-resistant, and even blooms in winter. It also makes an excellent container plant that you can move indoors for the coldest months.
The Blue Cascade® Distylium delivers striking color and unique structure without the fuss. It’s modern, elegant, and surprisingly low maintenance. Get this all-season standout today!
Planting & Care
Planting: Choose a location with full sun to partial shade. Dig a hole twice the width of the root ball and just as deep. Set the plant slightly above ground level and backfill with well-draining soil. Water thoroughly to settle the soil, then apply a 2–3" layer of mulch around the base.
Watering: Water deeply during the first growing season to help establish a strong root system. Once established, the Blue Cascade® is drought-tolerant but benefits from consistent moisture in hot, dry conditions.
Fertilizing: Fertilize in early spring with a slow-release, balanced fertilizer for shrubs. Avoid over-fertilizing, as the plant performs well with minimal feeding.
Pruning: There is no need for pruning, though this shrub tolerates heavy pruning. Pruning in early spring after flowering has ceased is best.
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Shipping Details
Estimated Shipping Time: Most orders ship immediately. As noted on the website, some items are seasonal, and may only ship in spring or fall. Once your order is shipped, you'll receive an email with a tracking number.
| Amount of Order | Shipping Charge |
|---|---|
| Less than $49 | $19.95 |
| $49 + | FREE SHIPPING! |
Product Details
| Mature Height: | 3-4 ft. |
| Mature Width: | 3-4 ft. |
| Sunlight: | Full-Partial Sun |
| Blooms: | January-March |
| Growth Rate: | Moderate Growing |
| Botanical Name: | Distylium 'PIIDIST-II' PP#24 |
| Does Not Ship To: | AZ |
| Grows Well In Zones: | 6-9 outdoors |
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