Enkianthus

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Common Name: 'Showy Lantern' Enkianthus
Botanical Name : Enkianthus campanulatus  'Showy Lantern'

'Showy Lantern' is an understated but elegant deciduous shrub that provides year round interest. It is related to rhododendrons so thrives in our rainy climate and acidic soils. ‘Showy Lantern’ was chosen by the late Ed Mezitt of Weston Nursery in Massachusetts. Its bell-shaped flowers, which are produced in late spring, are larger than those of the wild type and are solid pink in color. Its dainty, deep green leaves turn rich scarlet in autumn. ‘Showy Lantern’ is a perfect plant for grouping along a sunny border and will deliver a tour de force fall foliage display of searing scarlet color before the leaves drop.
Matures 6-8' tall x 5-6' wide. Hardy to Zone 4   

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