Dipelta yunnanensis

A superb, unusual deciduous shrub native to China which has glossy dark green summer leaves and beautiful creamy white, tubular flowers with a distinctive orange throat once established. Develops into a tall, arching shrub very suitable for growing against a wall or a fence.

Best if planted in a warm, sunny position with shelter from strong winds.

• Position: Full Sun or partial shade.
• Soil: Moist yet well drained, fertile soil.
• Hardiness: Reasonably hardy. Dipelta yunnanensis requires shelter from cold winter winds.
• Flowering Period: May - June.
• Rate of Growth: Moderate.
• Habit: Dipelta yunnanensis grows to be a medium sized or eventually large branching, upright shrub.
  • Height: 3 - 4 m (13 ft).
  • Spread: 3 m (9 ft).