Distylium myricoides ~ Distylium, Blue Leaf Isu edible twig blights

twig blights

flowers that create a dramatic contrast against the dark green foliage

pale lavender-blue flowers bloom on spikes above the foliage in early summer until fall attract butterflies

Prairie Sky Switch Grass is a tall fast-growing ornamental grass native to the prairies of North America

Native Gardens

Distylium myricoides ~ Distylium, Blue Leaf Isu edible twig blightsDistylium is a flat topped evergreen shrub with gracefully arching branches. Its willow like leaves have a bluish hue and small fringed red flowers bloom in thick clusters in early spring attracting butterflies and pollinators. Grows best in full sun and slightly acidic, moist well drained soil. Tolerates drought and wet soils. Type: Shrub Height: 2' 4 Spread: 2 5 Spacing: 3. 5 USDA Hardiness Zone: 7 9 Culture: Full Sun, Part Sun Bloom Color: Red