Pearly Twirly® Helwingia

Helwingia chinensis 'Djhs073'

Pronunciation: hel-WIN-jee-a chi-NEN-sis
SKU #09631
7-9

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An intriguing upright evergreen shrub with finer texture than others of its species. Small white flowers sit like little bubbles along the midrib of the willowy leaves, appearing in spring, and occasionally again in fall. A charming accent for a shaded entry or woodland garden. Plant in groups for a textural backdrop or screen. A Monrovia exclusive.
LIGHT: Partial shade
WATER: Keep soil evenly moist.
SIZE: Upright, pyramidal habit; reaches 5 ft. tall, 4 ft. wide.

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This Plant's Growing Zones: 7-9

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Bloom TimeSpring
Deciduous/EvergreenEvergreen
Special FeaturesEasy Care
Growth RateModerate
Flower AttributesShowy Flowers
Landscape UseHedge, Privacy Screen
Flower ColorWhite
Foliage ColorGreen
Companion PlantsRhododendron (Rhododendron); Chinese Fairy Bells (Disporum); Japanese Forest Grass (Hakonechloa); Japanese Maple (Acer palmatum); Camellia (Camellia)
Care InstructionsThrives in humus-rich, evenly moist, well-drained soils. Best in bright or dappled shade; protect from harsh direct sun and drying winds. Water deeply and regularly during first growing season to establish an extensive root system; once established maintain evenly moist soil. Feed with a slow-release fertilizer in spring.
LoreAll species of Helwingia are dioecious, meaning if both male and female plants are grown in proximity to each other, small purple drupes (fruit) may be produced, and ripen atop the leaf blades in early autumn.
Details
Bloom TimeSpring
Deciduous/EvergreenEvergreen
Special FeaturesEasy Care
Growth RateModerate
Flower AttributesShowy Flowers
Style
Landscape UseHedge, Privacy Screen
Flower ColorWhite
Foliage ColorGreen
Companion PlantsRhododendron (Rhododendron); Chinese Fairy Bells (Disporum); Japanese Forest Grass (Hakonechloa); Japanese Maple (Acer palmatum); Camellia (Camellia)
Care
Care InstructionsThrives in humus-rich, evenly moist, well-drained soils. Best in bright or dappled shade; protect from harsh direct sun and drying winds. Water deeply and regularly during first growing season to establish an extensive root system; once established maintain evenly moist soil. Feed with a slow-release fertilizer in spring.
History
LoreAll species of Helwingia are dioecious, meaning if both male and female plants are grown in proximity to each other, small purple drupes (fruit) may be produced, and ripen atop the leaf blades in early autumn.

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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.