'Cast in Bronze' is a remarkably tough evergreen that offers a refined alternative to overused landscape shrubs. It thrives in the intense summer heat and high humidity of the Houston metro area, maintaining its color year-round. While Distylium is known for being more tolerant of wet feet than many other evergreens, it still performs best in well-draining soil. For gardens with heavy, non-draining clay, we recommend planting in a raised bed or an amended mound to ensure the root system stays healthy during heavy rainfall.
Exposure
Full Sun to Partial Shade
Height x Width
3-4 feet tall x 3-4 feet wide
Water
Moderate; once established, it is quite drought-tolerant but thrives with regular watering during dry spells.
Zones
7 - 9
Fertilization
Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth begins.
Pruning
Naturally maintains a tidy, mounded habit. Lightly prune in late winter if shaping is necessary.
'Cast in Bronze' is a remarkably tough evergreen that offers a refined alternative to overused landscape shrubs. It thrives in the intense summer heat and high humidity of the Houston metro area, maintaining its color year-round. While Distylium is known for being more tolerant of wet feet than many other evergreens, it still performs best in well-draining soil. For gardens with heavy, non-draining clay, we recommend planting in a raised bed or an amended mound to ensure the root system stays healthy during heavy rainfall.
Exposure
Full Sun to Partial Shade
Height x Width
3-4 feet tall x 3-4 feet wide
Water
Moderate; once established, it is quite drought-tolerant but thrives with regular watering during dry spells.
Zones
7 - 9
Fertilization
Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth begins.
Pruning
Naturally maintains a tidy, mounded habit. Lightly prune in late winter if shaping is necessary.
