Michigan State University Extension
Ornamental Plants plus Version 3.0 - 00000823
11/12/99
Kolkwitzia amabilis--Beautybush
Hardiness Zones: 4 to 8
Height: 10 ft Spread: 10 ft Form: rounded
Type: deciduous shrub
Annual Growth Rate: more than 18 inches
Flowers: Pink
Comments: Beautybush grows in any well-drained soil but
needs plenty of room. Cut off the branch tips of young
plants to promote increased density. The shrub tolerates
pruning, and it may be used in hedges, although much of
the flowering effect and arching (Vis. 1) branching habit is
lost. Flowering is best in the sun, but the plant tolerates
some shade. The pink flowers (Vis. 2) are produced in late
spring.
Cultivars:
'Pink Cloud' - A selection that has clear pink flowers.
References for Cultivars: Lake County Nursery 1999, Weston
Nurseries 1997, Spring Meadow Nursery 1999, White Flower
Farm 1999, Sheridan Nurseries 1999, Gee Farms 1999, Carlton
Plants 1999.
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