Distylium Blue Cascade

Distylium ‘Blue Cascade’

Distylium ‘Blue Cascade’ is an evergreen shrub admired for its unique cascading growth habit and vibrant blue-green foliage. The graceful, arching branches create a flowing, textured appearance that adds interest and depth to landscapes, borders, and foundation plantings. Its compact yet spreading form makes it suitable for mass plantings, hedges, or as a striking accent in mixed perennial beds. The evergreen nature of ‘Blue Cascade’ ensures year-round color and structure, while its elegant cascading habit provides movement and visual softness in garden designs.

In addition to its ornamental beauty, Distylium ‘Blue Cascade’ is valued for its low-maintenance, hardy growth. Thriving in full sun to partial shade, it tolerates a variety of soil types, including clay and sandy soils, as long as they are well-drained. This shrub is naturally resistant to most pests and diseases, making it a practical and reliable choice for both residential and commercial landscapes. Its versatile form, attractive foliage, and evergreen habit provide continuous visual appeal, making it an excellent option for gardeners seeking a hardy, elegant, and low-maintenance shrub that performs well year-round.

Care Instructions:

Planting: Select a sunny to partially shaded location with well-drained soil. Space plants 3–5 feet apart.

Watering: Keep soil evenly moist until established; tolerate occasional drought once mature.

Pruning: Lightly prune in late winter or early spring to maintain shape and remove dead or damaged growth.

Pest Control: Generally pest- and disease-resistant; monitor occasionally for scale or aphids.

Soil Tips: Prefers slightly acidic to neutral soil. Improve drainage with compost or organic matter if necessary.