Distylium Cinnamon Girl

Distylium ‘Cinnamon Girl’

Distylium ‘Cinnamon Girl’ is an elegant evergreen shrub prized for its glossy green foliage and subtle cinnamon-red tones on new growth. This combination of color and texture provides year-round interest, making it an excellent choice for borders, hedges, foundation plantings, or as a specimen plant. Its naturally compact, mounding growth habit ensures a tidy and refined appearance, while the dense foliage adds structure and visual appeal to mixed garden beds. This versatile shrub blends seamlessly into both formal and informal landscapes, offering long-lasting beauty with minimal maintenance.

In addition to its ornamental appeal, ‘Cinnamon Girl’ is valued for its hardy, low-maintenance performance. Thriving in full sun to partial shade, it adapts well to a variety of soil types, including clay, loam, and sandy soils, provided they are well-drained. Resistant to most pests and diseases, this Distylium requires minimal attention while delivering consistent year-round color and texture. Whether planted individually as a focal point, in groups for mass effect, or incorporated into mixed borders for layered interest, ‘Cinnamon Girl’ offers reliable, evergreen beauty and elegant structure, making it an ideal choice for gardeners seeking both aesthetics and low-maintenance performance.

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; tolerant of 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. Amend with compost or organic matter to improve fertility and drainage if needed.