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Cutleaf Stephanandra
Stephanandra incisa

Cutleaf Staphanandra, form of the cultivar ‘Crispa’
Cutleaf Staphanandra, form of the cultivar ‘Crispa’
 
Features
Crisp, green foliage is lobed, giving the plant a fine texture in summer; autumn color is a mild red. 
 
Culture
Full sun to partial shade; moist, well-drained soils are best. 
 
Cultivars
  • 'Crispa' - 1 ½ to 3 feet tall.
 
 
Mature Height
3-6 Feet
 
Size
Small
 
 
Mature Width
5-7 Feet
 
Mature Form
Broad spreading with arching branches 
 
Native To:
Japan, Korea 
 
USDA Hardiness Zone
5 - 7 
 
Soil Conditions
Moist, Well-Drained
 
 
Tolerance
 
 
Exposure/Light Requirements
Full Sun
Partial Sun/Shade
 
 
Uses
Border
Foundation
Massing
 
 
Foliage Color
Green
 
 
Fall Foliage Color
Green
Red
 
 
Pests and Problems

Environmental Damage


 
Additional Notes
When planted in exposed areas, the tips of young stems may be winter killed and will require some pruning.

 

 
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