Cinnamon Girl Distylium
Distylium 'PIIDIST-V'Cinnamon Girl Distylium is a compact evergreen shrub valued for its distinctive foliage and dependable year-round structure. New growth emerges in rich plum-purple tones before maturing to blue-green, creating attractive color contrast within the dense foliage. Small red flowers appear during the cooler months, adding subtle seasonal interest against the evergreen leaves. Its naturally rounded, spreading habit provides a refined appearance that complements formal and informal garden designs.
Reaching approximately 2′ – 3′ tall and 3′ – 4′ wide, Cinnamon Girl Distylium offers a compact scale for residential landscapes and smaller garden spaces. Its dense growth makes it useful for mass plantings, beds and borders, foundation plantings, and low hedges or screens. It can also serve as a specimen where its colorful foliage and seasonal flowers can be appreciated.
Cinnamon Girl Distylium grows best in full sun to partial shade and is hardy in Zones 7-9. It benefits from well-drained soil and consistent moisture during establishment. Once established, it offers drought tolerance and can tolerate periods of wet soil. Regular watering is recommended during establishment and prolonged dry weather. Pruning is generally limited to shaping or size control when necessary.
Care Instructions:
Planting: Plant in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Water thoroughly after planting.
Soil: Use well-drained soil; the plant tolerates a range of soil conditions.
Watering: Water regularly during establishment and during prolonged dry periods.
Fertilizing: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in spring according to label directions.
Pruning: Prune as needed to shape the plant or control size.
Spacing: Space approximately 3′ – 4′ apart based on mature width and landscape use.
Maintenance: Monitor moisture during drought and prune as needed.
With evergreen foliage, colorful new growth, cool-season flowers, and a manageable habit, Cinnamon Girl Distylium provides year-round landscape interest. Its compact dimensions make it particularly useful for mass plantings, borders, foundation landscapes, and low screening. The combination of ornamental foliage and seasonal blooms adds visual appeal without requiring extensive maintenance, making it a versatile evergreen choice.
