Disporum flavensFairy bells
科:百合科
Family:Liliaceae
属:万寿竹属
common name:Fairy bells
introduce:Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Family: Liliaceae
Missouri Native: No
Native Range: Korea
Height: 2 to 2.5 feet
Spread: 0.75 to 1 foot
Bloom Time: April
Bloom Color: Soft yellow
Sun: Part shade to full shade
Water: Medium moisture
Maintenance: Low
General Culture:
Grow in moist, organically rich, well-drained soils in part shade to full shade. Best in part shade locations. Somewhat slow to establish.
Noteworthy Characteristics:
Native to Korea, this species of fairy bells is a rhizomatous perennial that typically grows in a slowly creeping clump to 30?tall. Lance-shaped leaves (to 6?long) and plant habit are reminiscent of the related Solomon抯 seal (Polygonatum), except fairy bell flowers are terminal. Drooping, tubular, soft yellow flowers (usually 1-3) appear in small clusters at the stem ends in April. Flower buds appear with the new growth. Flowers from established clumps often produce a showy display. Flowers give way to black berries that ripen in late summer. Foliage will sometimes turn an attractive yellow in fall, particularly in climates with cool summer temperatures.
Problems:
No serious insect or disease problems. Watch for fungal leaf spots and slugs.
Uses:
Woodland or shade gardens. Also effective in part shade areas of borders.
