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Copper Flame® Winter Spike
Stachyurus yunnanensis 'Djhstcynis'
Pronunciation: stak-EE-yoor-us yoo-nan-EN-sis
SKU #06048
LIGHT:
Filtered sun, Full sun, Partial shade, Partial sun
WATER:
Keep soil moist, but not soggy.
SIZE:
Moderate growing; reaches 8 to 12 ft. tall and wide.
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| Description | A superb late flowering evergreen from western China. The distinctive foliage is an arresting shade of silvery jade while the new growth in spring emerges in tones of burnished red, a color that remains in the leaf petioles throughout the year. Ruby red spikes appear in winter, opening to soft yellow blooms. |
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| Bloom Time | Mid to late winter |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Showy Flowers |
| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Foliage Color | Gray-green |
| Companion Plants | Holly (Ilex); Clematis (Clematis); Variegated Myrtle (Myrtus communis); Boxwood (Buxus); Oregon Grape Holly (Mahonia) |
| Care Instructions | Prefers humus-rich, evenly moist, well-drained soil, sited in dappled shade, or morning sun with afternoon shade. Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Once established, water as needed to maintain consistent soil moisture. Prune to shape after flowering. |
| History | Native to the Yunnan Province of China, this distinctive species was brought to Monrovia by plant explorer Daniel J. Hinkley, by way of Japan. |
Details
| Description | A superb late flowering evergreen from western China. The distinctive foliage is an arresting shade of silvery jade while the new growth in spring emerges in tones of burnished red, a color that remains in the leaf petioles throughout the year. Ruby red spikes appear in winter, opening to soft yellow blooms. |
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| Bloom Time | Mid to late winter |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Showy Flowers |
Style
| Flower Color | Yellow |
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| Foliage Color | Gray-green |
| Companion Plants | Holly (Ilex); Clematis (Clematis); Variegated Myrtle (Myrtus communis); Boxwood (Buxus); Oregon Grape Holly (Mahonia) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Prefers humus-rich, evenly moist, well-drained soil, sited in dappled shade, or morning sun with afternoon shade. Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Once established, water as needed to maintain consistent soil moisture. Prune to shape after flowering. |
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History
| History | Native to the Yunnan Province of China, this distinctive species was brought to Monrovia by plant explorer Daniel J. Hinkley, by way of Japan. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Copper Flame® Winter Spike produce flowers?
Mid to late winter
Is Copper Flame® Winter Spike evergreen or deciduous?
Copper Flame® Winter Spike is Evergreen.
What are the special features of Copper Flame® Winter Spike?
Copper Flame® Winter Spike is Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care.
How fast does Copper Flame® Winter Spike grow?
Copper Flame® Winter Spike has a Moderate growth rate.
What color are Copper Flame® Winter Spike flowers?
Copper Flame® Winter Spike produces Yellow flowers.
What color is the foliage of Copper Flame® Winter Spike?
Copper Flame® Winter Spike has Gray-green foliage.
What plants grow well with Copper Flame® Winter Spike?
Good companion plants for Copper Flame® Winter Spike include: Holly (Ilex); Clematis (Clematis); Variegated Myrtle (Myrtus communis); Boxwood (Buxus); Oregon Grape Holly (Mahonia).
How do I care for Copper Flame® Winter Spike?
Prefers humus-rich, evenly moist, well-drained soil, sited in dappled shade, or morning sun with afternoon shade. Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Once established, water as needed to maintain consistent soil moisture. Prune to shape after flowering.
What is the history of Copper Flame® Winter Spike?
Native to the Yunnan Province of China, this distinctive species was brought to Monrovia by plant explorer Daniel J. Hinkley, by way of Japan.
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